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A rich slice of turtle cheesecake topped with glossy caramel sauce and drizzled chocolate, sitting on a rustic wooden platter. The crumbly crust is visible beneath the creamy, swirled filling, garnished with chopped pecans and a caramel drizzle. The dessert is styled with a few whole pecans and a small bowl of caramel on the side, with a blurred cozy background highlighting its indulgent appeal.

Decadent Turtle Cheesecake with Caramel and Chocolate

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A rich, creamy cheesecake layered with caramel, chocolate, and pecans, baked to perfection and chilled for a smooth texture.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 slices

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
  2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and vanilla.
  3. Divide batter, mixing half with melted chocolate. Layer chocolate and plain batter in the crust.
  4. Bake for 55 minutes. Chill completely.
  5. Top with caramel sauce and chopped pecans before serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth batter.
  • Chill cheesecake for at least 4 hours for best texture.
  • Drizzle with additional caramel for extra sweetness.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Method: baking, chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 430 Kcal
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg