A Canadian Foodie's Turtle Cake Recipe

INGREDIENTS

1 1/2 cups

heavy whipping cream (35-40% butterfat content)

1 cup

granulated white sugar

1 cup

packed light brown sugar

1/4 cup

butter and 1/3 cup butter ((both butter measurements needed))

1 tsp

kosher salt

1 tsp

pure vanilla extract

1 1/4 cups

excellent quality chocolate chunks ((I use Callebault))

1 1/4 cups

pecans (, toasted and extra for decorating)

1 3/4 cups

flour

3/4 cup

dark excellent quality cocoa

2 tsp

baking soda

1 tsp

baking powder

1 tsp

kosher salt

1 cup

or 200 grams granulated white sugar

1 cup

or 210 grams golden brown sugar (, packed)

1 cup

buttermilk

eggs

1 cup

strong double shot espresso (, room temperature)

1/2 cup

cooking oil

1 tsp

pure vanilla extract