Best 9 Simple Turtle Cheesecake Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors with our classic Turtle Cheesecake recipe! This timeless dessert harmonizes the rich, creamy texture of cheesecake with the decadent decadence of chocolate and caramel. As you delve into this culinary masterpiece, you'll encounter a symphony of textures and flavors that dance upon your palate. Our recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring that every bite is a perfect balance of sweetness and sophistication.

But that's not all! We also offer a tantalizing collection of cheesecake recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more:

- **No-Bake Turtle Cheesecake:** Experience the ease and convenience of a no-bake cheesecake, featuring a graham cracker crust, a luscious cream cheese filling, and a luscious chocolate caramel topping.

- **Mini Turtle Cheesecakes:** Bite-sized delights that are perfect for parties or individual indulgences. These mini cheesecakes boast a crunchy pecan crust, a velvety cheesecake filling, and a drizzle of chocolate caramel sauce.

- **Turtle Cheesecake Bars:** Satisfy your cravings with these delectable cheesecake bars, featuring a buttery crust, a creamy cheesecake filling, and a generous layer of chocolate caramel ganache.

- **Turtle Cheesecake Bites:** Pop these bite-sized treats into your mouth for a quick and easy dessert fix. Made with a graham cracker crust, a creamy cheesecake filling, and a drizzle of chocolate caramel sauce, these bites are perfect for on-the-go snacking.

- **Turtle Cheesecake Dip:** Spread the joy with this creamy and indulgent dip, perfect for gatherings and parties. Serve it with graham cracker dippers, fruit slices, or pretzels for a delightful and shareable dessert experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TURTLES® CHEESECAKE



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Pecans, caramel and chocolate all wrapped up in a decadent cheesecake batter, what could be better?

Provided by Kevin Ryan

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cheesecake Recipes     Chocolate Cheesecake Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
14 ounces individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup chopped pecans
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
½ cup white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
2 eggs
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter one 9 inch springform pan.
  • Toast the pecans at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 6 minutes. Remove pecans and set aside. Leave oven at 350 degrees C (175 degrees C). In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter.
  • Combine vanilla wafer crumbs with the melted butter then press into the bottom of the prepared springform pan. Place the pan onto a cookie sheet and bake for 10 minutes at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove and allow to cool.
  • In a double boiler, or a bowl set over barely simmering water, melt the caramels in the evaporated milk. Stir until smooth. Pour this over the cooled crust. Sprinkle the nuts over the top.
  • In a bowl, combine the cheese, sugar, and vanilla and beat until smooth, scraping down the bowl several times. Add the eggs, one at a time and beat until smooth. Melt the chocolate chips in the double boiler and mix into the cheese mixture. Pour the batter over the caramel layer.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 40 minutes or until barely set. Chill over night in the refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 670.7 calories, Carbohydrate 63.3 g, Cholesterol 113.5 mg, Fat 44.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 20.8 g, Sodium 363.2 mg, Sugar 35.3 g

SIMPLE TURTLE CHEESECAKE



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For an almost instant dessert, I spread homemade ganache and caramel sauce over pre-made cheesecake. It makes the holidays feel slightly less hectic. -Laura McDowell, Lake Villa, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 frozen New York-style cheesecake (30 ounces), thawed
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, divided
3 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon light corn syrup

Steps:

  • Place cheesecake on a serving plate. Place chocolate chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring 1/4 cup cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; stir with a whisk until smooth. Cool slightly, stirring occasionally. Pour over cheesecake; sprinkle with pecans. Refrigerate until set., In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Stir in remaining cream and return to a boil. Remove from heat. Serve warm with cheesecake or, if desired, cool completely and drizzle over cheesecake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585 calories, Fat 40g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g 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

TURTLE CHEESECAKE - QUICK AND EASY



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I bought a frozen assortment pack of cheesecake bites that included a turtle cheesecake that I just love!! So I made this recipe to replicate the one from Lawlers, but in a whole cheesecake. Prep time does not include cooling and refrigeration time.

Provided by diner524

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 chocolate wafer pie crust, store bought (I bought Oreo)
16 ounces cream cheese
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
6 ounces pecans, toasted and chopped
7 ounces caramel candies (half of a bag)
1/4 cup milk
1/3 cup mini chocolate chip

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla on medium speed until well blended.
  • Add eggs; mix just until blended and pour into Oreo pie crust.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes until center is about set.
  • Cool for 45-60 minutes.
  • While cooling, microwave caramels and milk for 3 minutes on high or until melted. Pour caramel over cooled cheesecake.
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips and pecans on cake.
  • Refrigerate for at least two hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 684.4, Fat 49.1, SaturatedFat 16.6, Cholesterol 112.1, Sodium 453.3, Carbohydrate 57.2, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 41.7, Protein 10

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.

ULTIMATE TURTLE CHEESECAKE



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Creamy cheesecake. Chocolate sandwich cookie crust. Chocolate-caramel drizzle. A dash of pecans. Be sure to save yourself a piece, because this is gonna go fast.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 6h20m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

24 vanilla creme-filled chocolate sandwich cookies, finely crushed (about 2-1/2 cups)
3 Tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
1 pkg. (11 oz.) KRAFT Caramels
6 Tbsp. milk
1 cup chopped pecans
3 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 Tbsp. vanilla
3 eggs
2 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F.
  • Combine cookie crumbs and butter; press onto bottom and 1-1/2 inches up side of 9-inch springform pan.
  • Microwave caramels and milk in small microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 to 3 min. or until caramels are completely melted, stirring every 30 sec. Stir in nuts. Pour half the caramel mixture into crust. Refrigerate 10 min. Refrigerate remaining caramel mixture for later use.
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla in large bowl with mixer until blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended. Pour over caramel layer in crust.
  • Bake 1 hour 5 min. to 1 hour 10 min. or until center is almost set. Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim. Refrigerate 4 hours.
  • Microwave reserved caramel mixture 1 min.; stir. Pour over cheesecake. Melt chocolate as directed on package; drizzle over cheesecake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 320 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

TURTLE CHEESECAKE



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" A finalist in the 2001 Nestle Toll House Share the Very Best recipe contest, this dessert was submitted by Audra Burtch of Chandler, Arizona. This family favorite is a marbled cheesecake topped with a decadent combination of pecans, chocolate morsels and caramel and chocolate syrups. "

Provided by Steve P.

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 2h

Yield 1 nine inch spingform cake, 14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 3/4 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine, melted
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels
2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
2 tablespoons caramel sundae syrup or 2 tablespoons ice cream topping
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1/4 cup nestle toll house miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • PREHEAT oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Grease 9-inch springform pan.
  • COMBINE crumbs and butter in medium bowl.
  • Press onto bottom and 1 inch up side of prepared pan.
  • BEAT cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk in large mixer bowl until smooth.
  • Add sugar, eggs, lime juice and vanilla extract; beat until combined.
  • Microwave morsels in medium, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH (100%) power for 1 minute; stir.
  • Morsels may retain some of their shape.
  • If necessary, microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring just until morsels are melted.
  • Stir 2 cups of cheesecake batter into melted morsels; mix well.
  • Alternately spoon batters into crust, beginning and ending with yellow batter.
  • BAKE for 1 hour 10 to 15 minutes or until edge is set and center moves slightly.
  • Cool in pan on wire rack for 10 minutes; run knife around edge of cheesecake.
  • Cool completely.
  • Drizzle Nesquik™ and caramel syrup over cheesecake.
  • Sprinkle with pecans and mini morsels.
  • Refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
  • Remove side of pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487.5, Fat 33.9, SaturatedFat 18.1, Cholesterol 114.7, Sodium 268, Carbohydrate 42.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 36.9, Protein 7.9

ULTIMATE TURTLE CHEESECAKE



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Make and share this Ultimate Turtle Cheesecake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mary in LA.

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h30m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup pecans, finely chopped, divided or 1 cup nuts, of choice finely chopped, divided
2 cups oreo chocolate cookie crumbs
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1 (14 ounce) bag Kraft caramels
1/2 cup milk
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla
3 eggs
2 ounces semisweet baking chocolate (Baker's)

Steps:

  • Mix crumbs,1/2 cup of the pecans and butter;press onto bottom and up sides in an 9 inch springform pan.
  • Place caramels and milk in small bowl.
  • On high for 3 minutes in microwave, or until caramels are completely melted.
  • Pour 1/2 of the caramel mixture unto crust.
  • Refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  • Cover and reserve remaining caramel mixture in refrigerator for later use.
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla (with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.) Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition just until blended.
  • Pour over caramel mixture in crust.
  • Bake at 300 for 65-70 minutes or until center is almost set.
  • Run knife around side of pan to loosen cake, cool before removing side of pan.
  • Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
  • Heat reserved caramel mixture just before serving cheesecake; drizzle over cheesecake.
  • Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup pecans.
  • Melt chocolate as directed on package; drizzle over cheesecake.
  • Any left over put in refrigerator.

TURTLE CHEESECAKE



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Enjoy this irresistibly rich and creamy turtle cheesecake topped with caramel and nuts - perfect dessert for your next party.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies (about 40 cookies)
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 large eggs
1/4 cup hot fudge topping
1 cup caramel topping
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, mix cookie crumbs and butter. Press firmly against bottom and side of 9-inch glass pie plate.
  • In large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla and eggs with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Pour half of the mixture into pie plate.
  • Add hot fudge topping to remaining cream cheese mixture in bowl; beat on low speed until smooth. Spoon over vanilla mixture in pie plate. Swirl mixtures slightly with tip of knife.
  • Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until center is set. (Do not insert knife into cheesecake because the hole may cause cheesecake to crack as it cools.) Cool at room temperature 1 hour. Refrigerate at least 2 hours until chilled. Serve with caramel topping and pecans. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 29 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality cream cheese and butter. This will ensure that your cheesecake is rich and creamy.
  • Make sure your cream cheese and butter are at room temperature before you start. This will help them to blend together smoothly.
  • Don't overbeat the cream cheese and butter. Overbeating can cause the cheesecake to be dense and crumbly.
  • Use a springform pan for your cheesecake. This will make it easy to remove the cheesecake from the pan after it has cooled.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath. This will help to prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
  • Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the cheesecake to set properly.

Conclusion:

Turtle cheesecake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy cheesecake filling, rich chocolate ganache, and crunchy pecans, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. If you are looking for a special dessert to make for your next party or gathering, turtle cheesecake is a great option. Just be sure to follow the tips above to ensure that your cheesecake turns out perfectly.

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