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Turtle Cheesecake

Decadent Turtle Cheesecake Recipe for Sweet Lovers

Experience the deliciousness of Turtle Cheesecake with rich creaminess, caramel, and pecans, perfect for dessert lovers.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups chocolate cookie crumbs Perfectly sweet and crunchy
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Melted
For the Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese Room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can substitute with brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best results
  • 3 eggs Room temperature
For the Topping
  • 1 cup caramel sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 0.5 cups chocolate chips Dark or semi-sweet
  • 0.5 cups toasted pecans Can substitute with walnuts or omit

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Turtle Cheesecake
  1. Prepare the Cookie Crust by combining the chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter, press into a greased springform pan and bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
  2. Make the Cheesecake Filling by beating cream cheese and sugar together until smooth, add eggs one at a time, mixing followed by vanilla extract, pour filling over cooled crust.
  3. Bake the Cheesecake at 325°F for approximately 60 minutes, turn off oven and cool inside for an hour.
  4. Prepare the Topping by melting chocolate chips, drizzle over cheesecake and top with caramel sauce and pecans once cooled.
  5. Chill and Serve by refrigerating for at least 4 hours, then release sides of the springform pan and slice to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 90mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best texture. Chill overnight for optimum results.

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