The Ultimate Turtle Cheesecake Recipe

Name: The Ultimate Turtle Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups crumbled Oreo cookies; 6 tablespoons butter; 1 (14 ounce) bag caramels; ½ cup milk; 1 cup pecan pieces; 3 (8 ounce) packagessoftened cream cheese; ¾ cup sugar; 1 tablespoon vanilla; 3 eggs; 2 squares semisweet baking chocolate

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
Mix cookie crumbles & butter together & then press firmly into a 9 inch springform pan.
3
Put caramels and milk in a small microwavable bowl.
4
Microwave on high for 3 minutes or until caramels are melted completely.
5
Stir the pecans into the caramel sauce.
6
Pour 1/2 of the caramel mixture onto the crust & refrigerate for 10 minutes.
7
Cover & refrigerate the other 1/2 of caramel mixture for later.
8
Beat the cream cheese, sugar, & vanilla with a mixture until well blended.
9
Add the egss, one at a time, mixing on low until well blended.
10
Pour over caramel layer in crust.
11
Bake 1 hour 5 minutes or until center is almost set over a pan of water.
12
When finished baking, refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
13
When ready to serve, microwave remaining caramel mixture for 1 minute.
14
Pour caramel sauce over cheesecake.
15
Melt chocolate as directed by package direction.
16
Drizzle chocolate over cheesecake.
17
Store in refrigerator!

1377

kcal

Calories

110

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 crumbled Oreo cookies, 6 tablespoons butter, 1 (14 ounce) bag caramels, ½ cup milk, and more.

Yes, The Ultimate 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

The Ultimate Turtle Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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