Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors with Mother's Turtles Pie, a classic Southern confection that has captivated taste buds for generations. This iconic pie boasts a flaky, melt-in-your-mouth crust that encases a velvety smooth filling, featuring a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy notes. The filling, a delightful tapestry of flavors, is crafted with fresh, juicy apples, plump raisins, aromatic spices, and a hint of citrus zest. As you delve into each bite, the crisp crust yields to reveal the tender filling, bursting with the essence of fall's harvest. Mother's Turtles Pie is not just a dessert; it's a nostalgic journey, a culinary embodiment of love and tradition that will leave you yearning for more.
Discover the secrets behind this culinary masterpiece with our comprehensive collection of recipes. From the classic version that has stood the test of time to tantalizing variations that introduce new dimensions of flavor, we have something for every palate. Embark on a culinary adventure as you explore recipes that incorporate seasonal fruits, decadent chocolate, and even a touch of savory spices. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our detailed instructions and easy-to-follow steps will guide you towards creating a perfect Mother's Turtles Pie that will impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delightful baking journey together.
**Recipes Included:**
1. **Classic Mother's Turtles Pie:** Experience the timeless flavors of this traditional recipe, featuring a flaky crust and a filling brimming with apples, raisins, and spices.
2. **Apple Caramel Turtle Pie:** Elevate the classic with a luscious caramel filling and a sprinkling of chopped pecans, creating a symphony of sweet and crunchy textures.
3. **Chocolate Turtle Pie:** Indulge in a decadent twist where rich chocolate filling meets the classic turtle pie elements, resulting in a harmonious blend of flavors.
4. **Savory Turtle Pie:** Embark on a culinary adventure with this savory rendition, featuring a filling infused with aromatic herbs, sautéed mushrooms, and melted cheese.
5. **Mini Turtle Pies:** Create bite-sized delights perfect for parties or individual servings, showcasing the classic turtle pie flavors in a charming miniature form.
6. **Gluten-Free Turtle Pie:** Delight in a delicious gluten-free version that accommodates dietary restrictions without compromising on taste or texture.
TURTLE PIE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees. For the crust whip together 4 ounces butter, egg, salt, 1/3 cup sugar and vanilla together. Add the flour and incorporate completely. Form into a ball and turn out onto a floured surface. Roll the dough out to 14 inches and 3/4-inch thick. Blind bake the shell for 10 minutes in a tart pan.
- For the filling. Melt the chocolate and 1 1/3 cup cream together. Pour into the baked shell and chill for 1 hour. Top the ganache with the roasted pecan pieces and chill for another hour. For the caramel: Combine the karo, 3 tablespoons butter, 3/4 cup sugar and 1/2 cup heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook until the caramel reaches the thread stage, (210 degrees). Allow the caramel to cool before pouring over the top of the ganache. Place a piece of the pie in the center of the plate. Garnish with chocolate sauce, whipped cream, mint and powdered sugar.
TURTLES® PIE
Steps:
- Place pecans into bottom of pie shell.
- To Make Filling: In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, cook condensed milk, brown sugar, butter and corn syrup. Stir and bring to a boil; stir continuously for at least 5 minutes. Remove from heat, then slowly beat with a spoon until mixture starts to thicken; will take about 2 minutes. Be sure not to over beat or it will harden too much. Pour mixture into pie shell; cover and refrigerate for about an hour. Filling ingredients may be halved to make for a less rich pie.
- To Make Topping: In a medium saucepan, cook chocolate and butter over low heat until melted together. Stir in condensed milk; mix well. Remove from heat; allow to cool just enough so that yolk won't cook when added, but not so cool that the chocolate hardens; cooling time will be about 3 minutes. Stir in egg yolk to chocolate mixture; spread over cooled filling. Place pie back in refrigerator and cool for another hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 755.5 calories, Carbohydrate 78.1 g, Cholesterol 108.7 mg, Fat 49.5 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 24.1 g, Sodium 359.9 mg, Sugar 62.9 g
TURTLE PIE
This is simply sublime. I believe this is lighter textured than the other turtle pies listed, because its cream base is whipped cream rather than evaporated milk or cream cheese. This calls for a homemade crust, but a store bought crust would not take away from its wonderfulness. My family has been treating me like a queen all week because of this little treat I sprung on them--I'm sure yours will too. This is from Southern Lady.
Provided by Vicki Kaye
Categories Pie
Time 55m
Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine chocolate morsels and 1/4 cup cream. Microwave on High in 30 second intervals, stirring between each, until chocolate is melted and smooth (about 1 minute total). Spread chocolate mixture evenly over bottom of baked pie crust, set aside to cool completely.
- In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, 1/2 cup cream, and butter over medium heat. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring completely, until sugar dissolves. Stir in vanilla; cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, beat remaining 2 cups cream at high speed with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Fold in brown sugar mixture. Spread cream mixture over top of chocolate in crust. Top with pecans, miniature chocolate chips, and melted caramel. Refrigerate for 8 hours.
- Pie Crust.
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- 1/3 cup shortening.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour and salt. Using a pastry blender, cut in shortening until mixture is crumbly. Add 4 tablespoons water, adding additional water as needed, stirring just until moistened. Form into a disk and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Preheat over to 425 degrees. On a lightly floured surface, roll pastry to a 12-inch circle. Fit pastry into a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate. Trip excess pastry 1/2 inch beyond edge of pie plate. Fold edges under, and crimp. Prick bottom and sides of crust with fork. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until lightly browned.
EASY TURTLE PIE
Make and share this Easy Turtle Pie recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Charmie777
Categories Pie
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In mixer, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Add the peanut butter, milk and 3 tablespoons peanuts. Beat until smooth.
- Fold in 2 cups of Cool whip.
- Spoon filling into graham cracker crust.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour or until set.
- Top with remaining Cool Whip. (You can either put Cool Whip on as a top layer, or you can individually serve the Cool Whip as a large dollop on each piece of pie.).
- To serve, place piece of pie on plate and drizzle with some chocolate syrup and then some caramel syrup. Sprinkle with chopped roasted peanuts.
- You can also serve with some powdered sugar, chocolate curls and mint sprigs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 578.9, Fat 41.1, SaturatedFat 18.2, Cholesterol 31.7, Sodium 444.4, Carbohydrate 46.4, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 33, Protein 10.8
MOTHER'S TURTLES® PIE
From my mother Jackie's collection of recipes, this is no everyday pie. Give it a try!
Provided by David Boland
Categories Chocolate Pie
Time 2h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Place pie shell in a 9-inch pie dish.
- Heat caramels and 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk together in a saucepan over low heat until caramels are melted, 3 to 5 minutes. Spread caramel mixture into the bottom of pie shell.
- Heat margarine and chocolate together in a saucepan over low heat until melted and smooth, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Beat eggs, remaining sweetened condensed milk, water, vanilla extract, and salt together in a large bowl until smooth. Stir chocolate mixture into egg mixture; pour over caramel mixture. Top pie with pecans.
- Bake in the preheated oven until center of pie is set, about 35 minutes. Cool pie for 1 hour at room temperature. Chill in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.5 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 42.8 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 203.8 mg, Sugar 25.2 g
Tips:
- For the perfect pie crust, use a combination of butter and shortening. This will create a flaky and tender crust.
- Chill the pie dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will help prevent the dough from shrinking in the oven.
- Don't overwork the pie dough. The more you work it, the tougher it will become.
- When filling the pie, leave a 1-inch border around the edge of the crust. This will help prevent the filling from bubbling over.
- Bake the pie in a preheated oven. This will help ensure that the crust cooks evenly.
- Let the pie cool for at least 1 hour before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld.
Conclusion:
Mother's Turtles Pie is a classic Southern dessert that is sure to please everyone at your table. With its flaky crust, creamy filling, and sweet topping, this pie is a true indulgence. Follow these tips to make the perfect Mother's Turtles Pie, and you'll be sure to impress your family and friends.
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