Turtle Cheesecake Quick And Easy Recipe

Craving that decadent Turtle Cheesecake from Lawler's? This recipe lets you recreate the magic at home, in a whole cheesecake! Inspired by a beloved frozen cheesecake bite, this easy recipe delivers rich cream cheese, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans – all without the fuss. Get ready for a delicious dessert that's surprisingly quick to make (prep time excludes chilling). Perfect for any occasion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 684.4 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 4.0 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Turtle Cheesecake Quick And Easy

  • Chocolate Wafer Pie Crust
  • 16 ounces (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • Caramel Candies
  • ¼ cup milk
  • Mini Chocolate Chip

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How to Make Turtle Cheesecake Quick And Easy

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat 16 ounces (2 packages) cream cheese, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add 3 large eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  4. Pour batter into a prepared 9-inch Oreo crust.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly. The edges will be firm.
  6. Let cool completely on a wire rack for at least 45-60 minutes.
  7. While the cheesecake cools, combine 14 ounces (one package) caramels and ¼ cup milk in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
  8. Once the cheesecake is completely cooled, pour the melted caramel evenly over the top.
  9. Sprinkle generously with ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and ½ cup chopped pecans.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cheesecake to fully set and the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

166g

Fat

83g

Carbs

19g