Lisa'S Turtle Cheesecake Bars Recipe

Name: Lisa'S Turtle Cheesecake Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup pecan pieces, divided; 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafers, 50 crushed; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 32 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup sour cream; 3 tablespoons flour; 1 tablespoon vanilla; 4 eggs; 24 Kraft caramels; 1 tablespoon water; 3 ounces semi sweet chocolate squares (Baker's box. Can sub 1 cup chocolate chips)

Servings: persons

1 cup pecan pieces, divided
1 1/2 cups vanilla wafers, 50 crushed
1/4 cup butter, melted
32 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon vanilla
4 eggs
24 Kraft caramels
1 tablespoon water
3 ounces semi sweet chocolate squares (Baker's box. Can sub 1 cup chocolate chips)

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2
Line 13 x 9 pan with foil, with ends extending over sides of the pan.
3
Set 1/2 cup of pecans aside.
4
Finely chop remaining pecans.
5
Mix wafer crumbs, chopped pecans and butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan. Refrigerate until ready to use.
6
Beat cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl until well blended. Add sour cream, flour and vanilla; mix well. Add eggs one at a time on low speed until just blended. Pour over crust.
7
Bake 45 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool completely.
8
Place caramels in the microwave on high for 1 minute or until completely melted when stirred. Pour over cheesecake.
9
Top with reserved pecans.
10
Melt chocolate as directed on package, and drizzle over cheesecake.
11
Refrigerate atleast 4 hours.
12
Use foil handles to remove cheesecake from the pan.
13
Cut into pieces to serve.
14
Store leftovers in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator.

2171

kcal

Calories

160

Fat

105

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup pecan pieces, divided, 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafers, 50 crushed, 1/4 cup butter, melted, 32 ounces cream cheese, softened, and more.

Yes, Lisa'S Turtle Cheesecake Bars falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lisa'S Turtle Cheesecake Bars

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Variations & substitutions

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