Ultimate Turtle Cheesecake

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.

2. 2

   Combine melted butter and cookie crumbs in a bowl. Begin with 3 tablespoons of melted butter, but if the mixture is still too crumbly, add an additional 1-2 tablespoons of melted butter. Press mixture into a 9-inch springform pan, working partially up the sides.

3. 3

   In a heavy saucepan, melt caramels into evaporated milk over low heat. Stir regularly until smooth and well incorporated. Pour caramel over the crust. Sprinkle pecans over the caramel.

4. 4

   In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs one at a time. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave or in a double boiler until smooth, then fold into the cream cheese mixture. Pour the cream cheese mixture into the pan. Bake 40-50 minutes or until filling is set. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.