CHOCOLATE CHIP CARAMEL CAKE

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When I want to serve a treat that's pretty and delicious, I make this scrumptious cake. Dotted with chocolate chips and topped with caramel icing, pecans and a chocolate drizzle, it's absolutely irresistible! -Michele VanDewerker, Roseboom, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 package white cake mix (regular size)
1-1/2 cups vanilla yogurt
4 egg whites
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
CARAMEL TOPPING:
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons evaporated milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup chopped pecans
CHOCOLATE GLAZE:
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon shortening

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat the first five ingredients on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Stir in chocolate chips. Pour into a well-greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. , Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. , For topping, combine the butter and brown sugar in a saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Boil for 2 minutes. Stir in milk and vanilla. Return to a boil; remove from the heat and cool slightly. Add confectioners' sugar; beat on high with a portable mixer for 30 seconds or until thickened. Drizzle over cake. Sprinkle with nuts., In a microwave, melt chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 359mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.