Ultimate Turtle Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Ultimate Turtle Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 OREO Cookies, finely crushed (about 2 cups); 6 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted; 1 pkg. (14 oz.) KRAFT Caramels; 1/2 cup milk; 1 cup chopped PLANTERS Pecans; 3 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon vanilla; 3 eggs; 2 ounces BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate

Servings: persons

1
HEAT oven to 325u00b0F.
2
MIX crumbs and butter; press onto bottom and 2 inches up side of 9-inch springform pan.
3
MICROWAVE caramels and milk in small microwaveable bowl on HIGH 3 min. or until caramels are completely melted, stirring after each minute. Stir in nuts; pour half into crust. Refrigerate 10 min. Refrigerate remaining caramel mixture for later use.
4
BEAT cream cheese, sugar and vanilla in large bowl with mixer until blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended. Pour over caramel layer in crust.
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BAKE 1 hour 5 min. to 1 hour 10 min. or until center is almost set. Run knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim. Refrigerate 4 hours.
6
MICROWAVE reserved caramel mixture 1 min.; stir. Pour over cheesecake. Melt chocolate as directed on package; drizzle over cheesecake.
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KRAFT kitchens tips
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SIZE-WISE
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Enjoy a serving of this decadent treat on special occasions.
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HOW TO PIPE CHOCOLATE
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Place a square of BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate in freezer-weight resealable plastic bag; seal bag. Microwave on HIGH 30 sec. Squeeze bag to melt chocolate. Fold down top tightly and cut small piece (about 1/8 inch) off one of the bottom corners of bag. Holding top of bag firmly, drizzle chocolate through opening in desired patterns on cheesecake. NOTEReduce oven temperature to 300u00b0F if using a dark nonstick springform pan.

1211

kcal

Calories

100

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: 24 OREO Cookies, finely crushed (about 2 cups), 6 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted, 1 pkg. (14 oz.) KRAFT Caramels, 1/2 cup milk, and more.

Yes, 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.

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Ultimate Turtle Cheesecake

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Variations & substitutions

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