Best 8 Fudge Truffle Turtle Cheesecake Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors that is Fudge Truffle Turtle Cheesecake, a dessert that elevates indulgence to a whole new level. This remarkable creation begins with a graham cracker crust, providing a sturdy and crumbly foundation for the luscious layers above. The velvety smooth cheesecake filling, swirled with rich chocolate ganache, offers a decadent and creamy experience. The ensemble is crowned with a layer of luscious fudge and adorned with pecan halves, creating a visually stunning and texturally captivating dessert.

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as you venture into the realm of Fudge Truffle Turtle Cheesecake. This exceptional treat combines the classic flavors of chocolate, caramel, and pecans in a symphony of textures and tastes. Allow your senses to be tantalized by the velvety smoothness of the cheesecake, the rich decadence of the chocolate ganache, the chewy delight of the caramel, and the nutty crunch of the pecans. Each bite promises a harmonious blend of sweet and savory, leaving you craving more.

This comprehensive guide provides you with step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and detailed ingredient lists to ensure your Fudge Truffle Turtle Cheesecake turns out perfectly. Along with the classic recipe, you'll also discover variations that cater to different preferences and dietary restrictions. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this guide has everything you need to create this extraordinary dessert.

Embark on this delectable journey and treat yourself to the ultimate indulgence of Fudge Truffle Turtle Cheesecake. With its captivating combination of flavors and textures, this dessert is sure to impress and delight your taste buds. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to create a masterpiece that will be the star of any gathering.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

FUDGE TRUFFLE CHEESECAKE



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Truffle-like chocolate cheesecake in a chocolate cookie crust. If this does not drive your mate wild, keep the recipe and replace him or her. Note: The topping for this cake is your choice, you could use chocolate dipped strawberries, purchased chocolate truffles, or melt chocolate and/or white chocolate and drizzle it over the top.

Provided by macs

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Time 5h

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups vanilla wafer crumbs
½ cup confectioners' sugar
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
⅓ cup butter, softened
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, room temperature
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix together crushed vanilla wafers, confectioners' sugar, cocoa, and butter by hand. Press ingredients into a 9-inch springform pan.
  • In the top of a double boiler, melt the chocolate chips, making sure that they are very smooth.
  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy with an electric mixer. Gradually beat in condensed milk until smooth. Mix in melted chocolate, eggs, and vanilla. Beat with electric mixer on low speed until the ingredients are thoroughly blended. Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
  • Bake at 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) for 55 minutes. The cake will seem underbaked in the center, but will continue to cook after you remove it from the oven.
  • Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for several hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 552.1 calories, Carbohydrate 51.4 g, Cholesterol 127.1 mg, Fat 35.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 20.7 g, Sodium 288.3 mg, Sugar 33.6 g

LAYERED TURTLE CHEESECAKE



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After receiving a request for a special turtle cheesecake and not finding a good recipe, I created my own. Everyone is thrilled with the results and this cheesecake remains a favorite at the coffee shop where I work. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
6 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
FILLING:
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour, divided
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips, melted and cooled
1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
1/3 cup chopped pecans
GANACHE:
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
Additional caramel ice cream topping, optional

Steps:

  • Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan. , In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar and pecans; cut in butter until crumbly. Press onto the bottom of prepared pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 12-15 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugars until smooth. Beat in 1/4 cup flour, cream and vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Remove 1 cup batter to a small bowl; stir in melted chocolate. Spread over crust., In another bowl, mix caramel topping and remaining flour; stir in pecans. Drop by tablespoonfuls over chocolate batter. Top with remaining batter. Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan., Bake at 325° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until center is just set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath; remove foil. Cool cheesecake on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight., For ganache, place chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chips; whisk until smooth. Cool slightly, stirring occasionally. , Remove sides of springform pan. Spread ganache over cheesecake; sprinkle with pecans. Refrigerate until set. If desired, drizzle with additional caramel topping before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 664 calories, Fat 46g fat (25g saturated fat), Cholesterol 182mg cholesterol, Sodium 330mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

TURTLE CHEESECAKE



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This Turtle Cheesecake Recipe is made with a graham cracker crust and plenty of caramel, chocolate and pecans! It's rich, creamy and sure to be a hit!

Provided by Lindsay

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h55m

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cups (414g) sugar
1/2 cup (112g) salted Challenge butter, room temperature
1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, room temperature
5 tbsp (41g) all-purpose flour, sifted
1/4 cup (28g) pecan chips
2 cups (268g) graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup (112g) salted Challenge butter, melted
3 tbsp brown sugar
1/4 cup (28g) pecan chips
4 oz (2/3 cup | 116g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
6 tbsp (90ml) heavy whipping cream
24 oz (678g) Challenge cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup (144g) light brown sugar
3 tbsp (24g) all-purpose flour
1 cup (230g) sour cream
1 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
3 large eggs
2 oz (1/3 cup | 58g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 tbsp (45ml) heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • To make the caramel sauce, pour the sugar into an even layer in a large saucepan.
  • 2. Heat on medium-high heat, whisking the sugar until melted. The sugar will clump up first, but will eventually completely melt. This should take about 10 minutes.
  • 3. Once the sugar has melted, stop whisking and allow to cook until the sugar has turned to a little darker amber color. You may notice a nutty aroma. The change in color will happen quickly, so don't let it go too long or get too dark or it'll burn. Remove the caramel from the heat. 4.
  • Add the butter and whisk until combined. The mixture will bubble up quite a bit, but keep whisking until all the butter has melted and combined. 5.
  • Slowly pour the heavy cream into the caramel and whisk until incorporated. I find it can help to add just a bit at a time until the caramel starts to thin out, then you can add the rest. Whisk until well incorporated and smooth. 6.
  • Set about 1 cup of caramel sauce aside for topping. Add the flour and pecan chips to the remaining caramel and set that aside. 7.
  • To make the cheesecake crust, preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan with parchment paper in the bottom and grease the sides. 8. C
  • mbine the crust ingredients in a small bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the springform pan. 9. B
  • ke the crust for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool. 10.
  • over the outsides of the pan with aluminum foil so that water from the water bath cannot get in (see how I prepare my pan for a water bath). Set prepared pan aside. 11.
  • educe oven temperature to 300°F (148°C). 12. Po
  • r the caramel sauce with the pecans and flour into the bottom of the crust and spread into an even layer. 13. To
  • make the cheesecake filling, put the chocolate chips in a small bowl. 14. He
  • t the heavy whipping cream just until it begins to boil, then pour over the chocolate chips. Allow it to sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk until smooth. 15. Po
  • r the chocolate into an even layer over the caramel sauce in the crust. 16. In
  • a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, brown sugar and flour on low speed until well combined and smooth. Be sure to use low speed to reduce the amount of air added to the batter, which can cause cracks. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. 17. Ad
  • the sour cream and vanilla extract and mix on low speed until well combined. 18. Ad
  • the eggs one at a time, mixing slowly to combine after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to make sure everything is well combined. 19. Po
  • r the cheesecake batter into the crust, over the chocolate. 20. Pl
  • ce the springform pan inside another larger pan. Fill the outside pan with enough warm water to go about halfway up the sides of the springform pan. The water should not go above the top edge of the aluminum foil on the springform pan. 21. Ba
  • e for 1 hour 35 minutes. The center should be set, but still jiggly. 22. Tu
  • n off the oven and leave the door closed for 30 minutes. The cheesecake will continue to cook, but slowly begin to cool as well. 23. Cr
  • ck the door of the oven for 30 minutes to allow the cheesecake to continue to cool slowly. This process helps prevent cracking. 24. Re
  • ove the cheesecake from the oven and remove the water bath and wrapping. 25. Po
  • r about 1/2 cup of the remaining caramel sauce over the top of the cheesecake and spread into an even layer. If the caramel sauce has firmed up too much to pour, heat it up for about 10 seconds. 26. Re
  • rigerate cheesecake until completely cool and firm, 5-6 hours. When the cheesecake is cool and firm, remove it from the springform pan and place on a serving dish. 27. Pl
  • ce the chocolate chips for the drizzle in a small bowl. Heat the heavy whipping cream just until it begins to boil, then pour over the chocolate chips. Allow it to sit for 3-4 minutes, then whisk until smooth. 28. Dr
  • zzle the remaining caramel sauce and chocolate sauce over the cheesecake and sprinkle with a few more pecan chips. Refrigerate cheesecake until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Slice, Calories 659 calories, Sugar 55.8 g, Sodium 396.5 mg, Fat 37.6 g, SaturatedFat 19.4 g, TransFat 0.3 g, Carbohydrate 73.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 10 g, Cholesterol 119.4 mg

FUDGE TRUFFLE TURTLE CHEESECAKE



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When asked to do a recipe from my cookbook for a newspaper article, this is one of the recipes I chose to do. Not only because of it's flavor but because of it's impressive Eye Appeal when brought to the table to serve guest. It is full of chocolate. It is a chocoholic's dream come true.I should also add that it is definately a...

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Categories     Chocolate

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 c (12 oz bag) semisweet chocolate chips
3 pkg (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softene, room temperature
1 can(s) sweetened condensed milk
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 c coffee liqueur
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 c vanilla wafer crumbs
1/2 c powdered sugar
1/3 c hershey cocoa
1/3 c melted butter
FUDGE TRUFFLE TURTLE CHEESECAKE

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. The link for the topping is https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/dessert/chocolate/fudge-truffle-turtle-cheesecake-topping.html?p=1
  • 2. Mix vanilla wafer crumbs,powdered sugar, cocoa, & melted butter together in a small bowl. Pour into bottom of a 9 inch springform pan. Press firmly to distribute evenely over bottom of pan. Set aside till needed.
  • 3. Melt chocolate chips in microwave in a microwave safe dish on high for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until melted and smooth when stirring.
  • 4. Empty cream cheese into a large mixer bowl and beat until fluffy. Gradually beat in seeetened condensed milk till smooth.
  • 5. Add melted chocolate,eggs, liqueur, and vanilla. beat well until thourgly mixed.
  • 6. Pour mixture into prepared crust. Bake 1 hour and 5 minutes or until center is set.
  • 7. Remove from oven to wire rack.Loosen cake from side of pan. Leave side of pan in place. COOL COMPLETELY. Then remove side of pan. Make Fudge Truffle Turtle Cheesecake topping, SEE LISTED RECIPE.
  • 8. Note: Make sure Cream cheese is at room temperature, if not unwrap place in a small bowl and microwave for 30 seconds.

CHERRY FUDGE TRUFFLE COCONUT CHEESECAKE



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Cherries and chocolate come together in this dazzling coconut cheesecake. It's a holiday showstopper! -Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1-2/3 cups crushed Oreo cookies (about 17 cookies)
2/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
1/4 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened, divided
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup cream of coconut
1 teaspoon coconut extract
3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/4 cup chopped maraschino cherries
1 cup 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chips, melted and cooled
1/3 cup cherry preserves, finely chopped
TOPPING:
1/2 cup 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chips, melted and cooled
1 cup sweetened whipped cream
1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
16 maraschino cherries with stems, patted dry

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Place a greased 10-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Wrap foil securely around pan. Place on a baking sheet., In a small bowl, mix crushed cookies and coconut; stir in butter. Press onto bottom and 1/2 in. up sides of prepared pan. Bake 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 325°., In a large bowl, beat 3 pkg. cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in cream of coconut and extract. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Stir in chopped cherries. Pour 3 cups batter into crust. In another bowl, beat remaining 8 oz. cream cheese until smooth. Beat in cooled chocolate and cherry preserves. Drop by tablespoonfuls over coconut batter. Carefully spoon remaining coconut batter over top. Place springform pan in a larger baking pan; add 1 in. hot water to larger pan. , Bake until center is just set and top appears dull, 80-85 minutes. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool cheesecake on a wire rack 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife; remove foil. Cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight, covering when completely cooled. , Remove rim from pan. Top cheesecake with melted chocolate, whipped cream, toasted coconut and cherries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545 calories, Fat 37g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 290mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CHOCOLATE CHIP CHSECAKE/FUDGE TRUFFLE TOPPING



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This is my easy go to recipe for any turtle Cheesecake, that I make, and I make my cheesecakes in various shapes, Round, Square as you see here, and also Heart Shape depending on the occassion that I am making it for. It is very simple, and easy, and in the picture that was taken for a photo shoot, I used all halves, and...

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Categories     Chocolate

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 stick butter
1 c milk chocolate chips
1 jar(s) (12 ounce) smuckers caramel topping
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 c chopped pecans
CHOCOLATE CHIP CHEESECAKE
1 1/2 c graham cracker crumbs
3/4 c plus 3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 pkg 8 oz. each cream cheese softened
3/4 c sugar plus 3 tablespoons
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 c miniature chocolate chips
1 Tbsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. FOR THE TOPPING: Melt butter in a heavy sauce pan. Add the Chocolate chips and stir over low heat until melted; blend together with the butter.Remove from heat & add vanilla. Stir to mix.Spread warm chocolate over cheesecake & refrigerate 15 minutes. Microwave caramel topping in microwave for about 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 minutes. Add Chopped nuts. Stir to mix.Spread topping mixture over cheesecake. Cool completely before serving. Refrigerate any left overs.
  • 2. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and 3/4 cup melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom and up sides of a 9 inch springform pan.
  • 3. In separate bowl, combine cream cheese and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add remaining 3 tablespoons melted butter, chocolate chips & vanilla. Pour mixture into crust in springform pan and bake in 450 degree oven for 10 minutes.
  • 4. REDUCE OVEN TEMPERATURE TO 250 DEGREES F. AND BAKE AN ADDITIONAL 35 MINUTES. REMOVE FROM OVEN. Loosen pan and let cool. Then top with turtle topping following directions above. Serve 7 to 9 people.

CHEESECAKE FACTORY TURTLE CHEESECAKE RECIPE - (3.9/5)



Cheesecake Factory Turtle Cheesecake Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by DeBruynC1

Number Of Ingredients 17

Crust:
2 1/2 cups graham crackers
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup melted butter
Crust Layer:
30 caramels
3 Tablespoons milk
1/2 Cup chopped pecans
Filling:
3 (8 ounces each) packages cream cheese
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 whole eggs
Topping:
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup hot fudge, heated
10 melted caramels

Steps:

  • 1. Crust: Mix together graham crackers, sugar and melted butter. Bake in 9-inch spring form pan for 10 minutes. Cool 2. Crust Layer: Place caramels and milk in microwave, melt on medium power. Pour over cooled crust, and sprinkle on the 1/2 cup chopped pecans. 3. Filling Directions: Mix cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth; scraping side of bowl to ensure creaminess. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Pour this mixture over the caramel layer on top of the crust. Bake at 325F until center is set (approximately 30-40 minutes). 4. Topping Directions: Arrange pecans around outside edge of cheesecake, drizzle top with melted caramel and hot fudge.

FUDGE TRUFFLE CHEESECAKE



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Make and share this Fudge Truffle Cheesecake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/3 cup cocoa
1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine, melted
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
whipped cream
additional chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Mix in a bowl, all the crust ingredients.
  • Press mixture into the bottom and 2 inches up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan; chill.
  • In a big bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy.
  • Gradually add milk; beat until smooth.
  • Add melted chocolate chips, eggs, and vanilla; stir until well blended.
  • Pour into crust.
  • Place cheesecake/pan in a large rectangular baking pan filled with 2 inches hot water; place in a 300 degree oven and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until center is almost set.
  • Remove cheesecake from oven and water-filled pan and cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes.
  • Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen.
  • Cool at room temperature for 3 hours.
  • Chill overnight.
  • Just before serving, remove sides of pan.
  • Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate chips.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. A good semisweet or bittersweet chocolate will work well.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before using. This will help it mix smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • Don't overbeat the cheesecake batter. Overbeating can make the cheesecake tough.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath. This will help prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
  • Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop and the cheesecake to set properly.
  • When making the ganache, be sure to use heavy cream and not milk. This will help the ganache to be thick and creamy.
  • To make the truffles, use a small cookie scoop to form the balls. This will help them to be uniform in size.
  • Roll the truffles in chopped nuts or cocoa powder before serving. This will add flavor and texture to the truffles.

Conclusion:

This fudge truffle turtle cheesecake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor, creamy cheesecake filling, and crunchy pecans, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give this fudge truffle turtle cheesecake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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