Turtles Cheesecake
Indulge in pure decadence with this Turtles Cheesecake, a show-stopping dessert that combines the irresistible flavors of caramel, chocolate, and pecans. Featuring a rich and creamy chocolate cheesecake filling nestled atop a buttery chocolate cookie crust, this recipe takes luxury to the next level with layers of gooey caramel sauce and crunchy pecans. The cheesecake is baked to perfection, chilled to set its velvety texture, and crowned with an extra drizzle of caramel, a sprinkle of pecans, and optional dollops of whipped cream and mini Turtles® candies for a truly gourmet finish. Ideal for special occasions or whenever you're craving a little slice of heaven, this Turtles Cheesecake is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for turtle candy lovers, this dessert delivers a symphony of textures and flavors in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams crumbled chocolate cookies (e.g., Oreo crumbs, without filling)
- 75 grams unsalted butter, melted
- 680 grams cream cheese, softened
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 120 milliliters sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 150 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 200 milliliters caramel sauce
- 100 grams pecans, chopped
- 100 grams whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- 6 pieces mini Turtles® candies (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F). Grease a 23 cm (9-inch) springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs with the melted butter until the mixture is uniformly moistened. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust. Place the pan in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add sour cream, vanilla extract, and blend until incorporated.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks in the cheesecake later.
Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments or over a double boiler until smooth. Let the melted chocolate cool slightly, then mix it into the cheesecake batter.
Pour half of the cheesecake batter onto the prepared crust. Drizzle about 100 milliliters of caramel sauce over the batter and sprinkle half of the chopped pecans over the caramel. Pour the remaining cheesecake batter on top.
Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly when shaken.
Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside with the door ajar for 1 hour to cool gradually. This helps prevent cracking.
Transfer the cheesecake to a countertop and allow it to cool completely to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Before serving, drizzle the remaining caramel sauce over the top of the cheesecake and sprinkle with the remaining chopped pecans.
For an extra garnish, pipe whipped cream around the edges of the cheesecake and top with mini Turtles® candies.
Slice and enjoy your rich, indulgent Turtles Cheesecake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 46.0 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.0 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 143 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 359 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 173 mg | 4% | |
*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.
