Surprise Turtle Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Surprise Turtle Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Vanilla Wafer Crumbs; 1/3 cups Butter, Melted; 14 ounces, weight Kraft Caramels; 3/4 cups Evaporated Milk; 1 cup Pecans, Chopped; 16 ounces, weight Cream Cheese; 1/2 cups Sugar; 1 teaspoon Vanilla; 3 Eggs; 1/2 cups Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips, Melted

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Combine crumbs and butter together and press into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Set aside.
3
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan or double boiler, melt caramels with evaporated milk. Stir frequently, until smooth. Pour caramel sauce over the crust and top with pecans. Set aside.
4
Using a hand mixer, beat cream cheese, sugar and vanilla and beat at medium speed until well blended. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each one.
5
Melt chocolate chips in 15-second intervals in the microwave until completely melted. Blend into the cream cheese mixture. Pour over nuts.
6
Bake for 40 minutes. Cool on a cooling rack. Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving. Store leftovers in the fridge.

1409

kcal

Calories

Fat

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.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Vanilla Wafer Crumbs, 1/3 cups Butter, Melted, 14 ounces, weight Kraft Caramels, 3/4 cups Evaporated Milk, and more.

Yes, Surprise Turtle Cheesecake 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.

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Surprise Turtle Cheesecake

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Variations & substitutions

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