Turtle Cheesecake: The Best Indulgent Dessert for Home Chefs
A rich, decadent turtle cheesecake that combines the flavors of chocolate, caramel, and pecans.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream, chocolate chips, and half of the caramel sauce.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Let it cool, then drizzle the remaining caramel sauce and sprinkle pecans on top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips.
- Allow the cheesecake to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving for better slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30 grams
- Sodium: 350 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 16 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
Keywords: Turtle Cheesecake, dessert, indulgent