Chocolate Turtle Cheesecake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert decadence with this rich and luxurious Chocolate Turtle Cheesecake! Featuring a buttery chocolate cookie crust, layers of velvety chocolate cheesecake, gooey caramel swirls, and toasted pecans, this masterpiece is crowned with a luscious chocolate ganache and optional caramel drizzle for a show-stopping finish. Perfectly baked in a water bath to ensure a smooth, crack-free surface, this cheesecake delivers a flawless blend of creamy texture and nutty, sweet flavors in every bite. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or treating yourself, this irresistible dessert is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Keywords: chocolate turtle cheesecake, chocolate cheesecake recipe, caramel pecan cheesecake, decadent dessert, homemade cheesecake.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Chocolate sandwich cookies (crushed)
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 24 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 large Eggs
- 8 ounces Semisweet chocolate chips (melted and slightly cooled)
- 1 cup Caramel sauce
- 1.5 cups Chopped pecans (toasted)
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 8 ounces Semisweet chocolate chips (for ganache)
- 0.5 cup Additional chopped pecans (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 cup Additional caramel sauce (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and wrap the outside with aluminum foil to prevent leaks.
In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and melted butter. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to form a crust. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar together on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
Add the sour cream and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture, and mix until fully incorporated.
One at a time, add the eggs, beating on low speed after each addition just until combined to avoid overmixing.
Gently fold in the melted semisweet chocolate and mix until the batter is smooth and evenly colored.
Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust and smooth it out with a spatula.
Drizzle 1/2 cup of caramel sauce over the batter layer and scatter 3/4 cup of chopped pecans evenly on top.
Pour the remaining cheesecake batter over the caramel and pecan layer and smooth the top.
Place the springform pan into a large roasting pan and pour hot water into the roasting pan until it reaches halfway up the sides of the springform pan.
Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 75-90 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but the edges are set.
Turn off the oven and crack the oven door open. Allow the cheesecake to cool inside the oven for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and water bath, then run a knife around the edges to loosen it from the pan. Let it cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
For the ganache, heat 1 cup of heavy cream until steaming (do not boil). Pour it over 8 ounces of semisweet chocolate chips in a bowl and let it sit for 1-2 minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy.
Spread the ganache evenly over the chilled cheesecake and sprinkle with additional chopped pecans, if desired.
Drizzle additional caramel sauce over the top for garnish, if you like. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
953 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.6 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.6 g | 173% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 394 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.6 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 373 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
