Indulge in a delectable journey with our exquisite Turtle Pumpkin Cheesecake, an extraordinary dessert that harmoniously blends the flavors of fall and sweet indulgence. This culinary masterpiece features a rich and velvety pumpkin cheesecake filling nestled atop a decadent chocolate crust, generously garnished with caramel sauce and toasted pecans. The symphony of flavors and textures will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Our curated collection of recipes within this article provides you with step-by-step instructions and all the necessary ingredients to recreate this delightful dessert in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the culinary arts, we've got you covered with our Beginner's Guide to Cheesecake, ensuring your baking journey is smooth and successful.
Discover the art of crafting the perfect crust, achieving a creamy and luscious cheesecake filling, and mastering the techniques for creating a glossy caramel sauce. We've also included a delightful recipe for homemade whipped cream, the perfect complement to elevate the elegance of your Turtle Pumpkin Cheesecake.
For those with dietary restrictions or preferences, we offer variations of our recipes using gluten-free and sugar-free alternatives, allowing everyone to savor the delectable flavors of this autumnal dessert.
Our comprehensive article provides more than just recipes; it's a culinary adventure that takes you on a journey of flavors, textures, and techniques. Let your creativity shine as you explore the versatility of this dessert by incorporating your own unique touches, whether it's adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or a touch of nutmeg to enhance the pumpkin spice.
Prepare to captivate your family and friends with this extraordinary dessert that embodies the spirit of fall festivities. Embark on this culinary odyssey and relish the moment when every bite of Turtle Pumpkin Cheesecake transports you to a realm of pure bliss.
TURTLE PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
When it comes to Thanksgiving desserts, I can never decide which one I like best: pumpkin pie or cheesecake? So, I decided to put the two together-with a special twist-and got this delicious result. -Yvonne Starlin, Hermitage, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h25m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 10-in. springform pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugars until smooth. Beat in the pumpkin, flour and spice. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. Return pan to baking sheet., Bake for 55-65 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan., Just before serving, melt chocolate and butter in a microwave; stir until smooth. Top cheesecake with pecans, chocolate mixture, caramel syrup and if desired, whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 32g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 127mg cholesterol, Sodium 336mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
TURTLE PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
Try a creamy, dreamy cheesecake made with the classic turtle trio of chocolate, caramel and nuts.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 9h5m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 300°F. Wrap foil around outside of bottom and side of 9-inch springform pan to prevent drips. Spray bottom and 1 inch up side of pan with cooking spray. In small bowl, mix cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press crumb mixture on bottom and 1 inch up side of pan. Bake crust 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Cool at room temperature 5 minutes. Refrigerate about 5 minutes or until completely cooled.
- Meanwhile, in another small bowl, mix flour, pumpkin pie spice and pumpkin; set aside. In large bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Gradually beat in brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth. On low speed, beat in eggs, one at a time, just until blended. Gradually beat in pumpkin mixture until smooth. Pour filling over crust.
- Bake 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes or until edge of cheesecake is set but center still jiggles slightly when moved. Run knife around edge of pan to loosen cheesecake. Turn oven off; open oven door at least 4 inches. Let cheesecake remain in oven 30 minutes.
- Cool in pan on cooling rack 30 minutes. Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight before serving.
- Just before serving, sprinkle pecans over top of cheesecake. In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate and oil uncovered on High 1 minute to 1 minute 30 seconds, stirring every 15 seconds, until melted. Drizzle chocolate over pecans.
- To serve, run knife around edge of pan to loosen cheesecake; carefully remove side of pan. Drizzle caramel topping over each serving. Store covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 360 mg, Sugar 38 g, TransFat 1 g
TURTLE PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
Make and share this Turtle Pumpkin Cheesecake recipe from Food.com.
Provided by CookingONTheSide
Categories Cheesecake
Time 9h25m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Note: To toast pecans, sprinkle in ungreased heavy skillet.
- Cook over medium heat 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until pecans begin to brown, then stirring constantly until light brown.
- For cheesecake, heat oven to 300 degrees F.
- Wrap foil around outside bottom and side of 9-inch springform pan to prevent drips.
- Spray bottom and 1 inch up side of pan with cooking spray.
- In small bowl, mix cookie crumbs and melted butter.
- Press crumb mixture on bottom and 1 inch up side of pan.
- Bake crust 8-10 minutes or until set.
- Cool at room temperature 5 minutes.
- Refrigerate about 5 minutes or until completely cooled.
- Meanwhile, in another small bowl, mix flour, pumpkin pie spice, and pumpkin; set aside.
- In large bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually beat in brown sugar, granulated sugar and eggs, one at a time, just until blended.
- Gradually beat in pumpkin mixture until smooth.
- Pour filling over crust.
- Bake 1 hour, 15 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes or until edge of cheesecake is set but center still jiggles slightly when moved.
- Run knife around edge of pan to loosen cheesecake.
- Turn oven off, open oven door at least 4 inches.
- Let cheesecake remain in oven 30 minutes.
- Cool in pan on cooling rack 30 minutes.
- Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight before serving.
- Just before serving, sprinkle pecans over top of cheesecake.
- In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate and oil uncovered on high 1 minute to 1 minute, 30 seconds, stirring every 15 seconds, until melted.
- Drizzle chocolate over pecans.
- To serve, run knife around edge of pan to loosen cheesecake, carefully remove side of pan.
- Drizzle caramel topping over each serving.
- Store covered in refrigerator.
PUMPKIN TURTLE CHEESECAKE
I love turtle cheesecake, but I find it too rich. Pumpkin cheesecake has a more subtle flavor, so I combined the two into this. Hope you enjoy it.
Provided by strawberrybird
Categories Cheesecake
Time 4h40m
Yield 1 slice, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pour chocolate chips and butter into a small saucepan and stir over low heat until melted. This can also be done in the microwave in a microwave safe container.
- Remove from heat and stir in graham cracker crumbs. Stir until blended. Press mixture into bottom of cheesecake (springform) pan.
- Pour caramel sauce, reserving a few tablespoons, on top of the crust. Sprinkle with pecans. Chill until set.
- Blend cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla in a mixture or using a hand blender on medium speed until well blended. Scrap sides of bowl as needed.
- Add eggs, pumpkin and spices and mix until blended.
- Pour cream cheese mixture over crust.
- Bake at 325F in a water bath for 40 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool to room temperature.
- Refrigerate 3 hours or overnight. Drizzle with remaining caramel. You may also sprinkle with chocolate chips and pecans.
- Serve plain or with whip cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.9, Fat 37.8, SaturatedFat 21.5, Cholesterol 130.9, Sodium 478.5, Carbohydrate 56.2, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 16.8, Protein 9.6
TURTLE PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
Found this recipe online and I made it for the first time yesterday. However, like always, I tweaked it a little and made it my own. Tastes much better this way. The other recipe did not call for much sugar and didn't call for sour cream. I think all cheesecakes need a little sour cream. And most definately SUGAR! Also, I...
Provided by Whitney Froehlich
Categories Other Desserts
Time 2h15m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- 1. * To toast pecans, sprinkle in ungreased heavy skillet. Cook over medium heat 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until pecans begin to brown, then stirring constantly until light brown.
- 2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 9inch springform pan with foil to prevent dripping. Spray bottom and sides of pan; set aside.
- 3. Combine chocolate crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix well. Firmly press mixture into bottom and about an inch up on the sides of springform pan. Bake 10mins. Remove from oven and cool slightly.
- 4. Cream together cream cheese and sugars, add the flour, and sour cream. * If you're making a swirl cheesecake, add the eggs next, ONE AT A TIME. Then reserve 2 1/2-3 cups of batter. Stir in the pumpkin and and pumpkin spice in remaining batter. * If you're not making a swirl cheesecake, beat in the pumpkin and pumpkin spice. Next, add eggs, ONE AT A TIME.
- 5. Sprinkle 1/8 cup of pecans on bottom of cooled crust. Drizzle with caramel topping.
- 6. FOR THE SWIRL: Spoon in batters alternatively and swirl with a knife. NO SWIRL: Pour batter into crust Bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour and 15 minutes. When time is up, turn oven up to 325 degrees and bake another 30min. *I do not recoment taking the cheesecake out of the oven after time is up. Simply turn oven off and allow cheesecake to cool down with the oven - atleast 3 hours. Chill in fridge over night
- 7. Top with remaining toasted pecans and drizzle with caramel and chocolate sauce. ***Be sure to use your cheesecake baking tips with every cheesecake you bake. It helps!***
Tips:
- To ensure a smooth and creamy cheesecake, make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing.
- Use high-quality chocolate and caramel for the turtle topping to enhance the flavor of the cheesecake.
- Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow it to set properly.
- For a more decadent cheesecake, use a combination of dark chocolate and milk chocolate for the turtle topping.
- If you don't have a springform pan, you can use a regular 9-inch pie plate. Just be sure to trim the excess pastry around the edges.
Conclusion:
This turtle pumpkin cheesecake is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of pumpkin, chocolate, and caramel is sure to please everyone. With its creamy texture and rich flavor, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So why not give it a try? You won't be disappointed!
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