Easy Turtle Cheesecake
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this Easy Turtle Cheesecake—a rich, creamy delight that combines classic cheesecake flavors with the irresistible trio of chocolate, caramel, and pecans. Featuring a no-fuss chocolate cookie crust and a velvety cream cheese filling swirled with melted chocolate, this recipe delivers decadent layers of texture and sweetness. Topped with a luscious caramel glaze, crunchy pecans, and an optional garnish of whipped cream and chocolate drizzle, it’s a show-stopping dessert perfect for holidays, celebrations, or a special treat. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple step-by-step instructions, this easy-to-make cheesecake is a must-try for cheesecake lovers and fans of turtle-inspired desserts alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 24 pieces Chocolate sandwich cookies
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 24 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 3 pieces Large eggs
- 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips, melted
- 1 cup Pecans, chopped
- 1 cup Caramel sauce
- 1 cup Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- 0.25 cup Extra chocolate chips, melted (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
In a food processor, crush the chocolate sandwich cookies into fine crumbs. Mix the crumbs with melted butter until evenly combined.
Press the cookie mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to form the crust. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, mixing until well combined.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition until just combined.
Fold in the melted chocolate chips until fully incorporated into the batter.
Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust in the springform pan, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55–60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
Turn off the oven, crack the oven door slightly, and let the cheesecake cool inside the oven for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
Remove the cooled cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to set completely.
Once chilled, spread the caramel sauce evenly over the top of the cheesecake.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the caramel layer.
If desired, pipe whipped cream around the edges of the cheesecake and drizzle melted chocolate on top for garnish.
Slice and serve this decadent Turtle Cheesecake, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
958 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.9 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.8 g | 149% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 161 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 580 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.2 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 322 mg | 7% | |
*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.
