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TURTLE CHEESECAKE



Turtle Cheesecake image

This Turtle Cheesecake Recipe is made with a graham cracker crust and plenty of caramel, chocolate and pecans! It's rich, creamy and sure to be a hit!

Provided by Lindsay

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h55m

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cups (414g) sugar
1/2 cup (112g) salted Challenge butter, room temperature
1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, room temperature
5 tbsp (41g) all-purpose flour, sifted
1/4 cup (28g) pecan chips
2 cups (268g) graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup (112g) salted Challenge butter, melted
3 tbsp brown sugar
1/4 cup (28g) pecan chips
4 oz (2/3 cup | 116g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
6 tbsp (90ml) heavy whipping cream
24 oz (678g) Challenge cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup (144g) light brown sugar
3 tbsp (24g) all-purpose flour
1 cup (230g) sour cream
1 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
3 large eggs
2 oz (1/3 cup | 58g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 tbsp (45ml) heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • To make the caramel sauce, pour the sugar into an even layer in a large saucepan.
  • 2. Heat on medium-high heat, whisking the sugar until melted. The sugar will clump up first, but will eventually completely melt. This should take about 10 minutes.
  • 3. Once the sugar has melted, stop whisking and allow to cook until the sugar has turned to a little darker amber color. You may notice a nutty aroma. The change in color will happen quickly, so don't let it go too long or get too dark or it'll burn. Remove the caramel from the heat. 4.
  • Add the butter and whisk until combined. The mixture will bubble up quite a bit, but keep whisking until all the butter has melted and combined. 5.
  • Slowly pour the heavy cream into the caramel and whisk until incorporated. I find it can help to add just a bit at a time until the caramel starts to thin out, then you can add the rest. Whisk until well incorporated and smooth. 6.
  • Set about 1 cup of caramel sauce aside for topping. Add the flour and pecan chips to the remaining caramel and set that aside. 7.
  • To make the cheesecake crust, preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan with parchment paper in the bottom and grease the sides. 8. C
  • mbine the crust ingredients in a small bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the springform pan. 9. B
  • ke the crust for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool. 10.
  • over the outsides of the pan with aluminum foil so that water from the water bath cannot get in (see how I prepare my pan for a water bath). Set prepared pan aside. 11.
  • educe oven temperature to 300°F (148°C). 12. Po
  • r the caramel sauce with the pecans and flour into the bottom of the crust and spread into an even layer. 13. To
  • make the cheesecake filling, put the chocolate chips in a small bowl. 14. He
  • t the heavy whipping cream just until it begins to boil, then pour over the chocolate chips. Allow it to sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk until smooth. 15. Po
  • r the chocolate into an even layer over the caramel sauce in the crust. 16. In
  • a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, brown sugar and flour on low speed until well combined and smooth. Be sure to use low speed to reduce the amount of air added to the batter, which can cause cracks. Scrape down the sides of the bowl. 17. Ad
  • the sour cream and vanilla extract and mix on low speed until well combined. 18. Ad
  • the eggs one at a time, mixing slowly to combine after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to make sure everything is well combined. 19. Po
  • r the cheesecake batter into the crust, over the chocolate. 20. Pl
  • ce the springform pan inside another larger pan. Fill the outside pan with enough warm water to go about halfway up the sides of the springform pan. The water should not go above the top edge of the aluminum foil on the springform pan. 21. Ba
  • e for 1 hour 35 minutes. The center should be set, but still jiggly. 22. Tu
  • n off the oven and leave the door closed for 30 minutes. The cheesecake will continue to cook, but slowly begin to cool as well. 23. Cr
  • ck the door of the oven for 30 minutes to allow the cheesecake to continue to cool slowly. This process helps prevent cracking. 24. Re
  • ove the cheesecake from the oven and remove the water bath and wrapping. 25. Po
  • r about 1/2 cup of the remaining caramel sauce over the top of the cheesecake and spread into an even layer. If the caramel sauce has firmed up too much to pour, heat it up for about 10 seconds. 26. Re
  • rigerate cheesecake until completely cool and firm, 5-6 hours. When the cheesecake is cool and firm, remove it from the springform pan and place on a serving dish. 27. Pl
  • ce the chocolate chips for the drizzle in a small bowl. Heat the heavy whipping cream just until it begins to boil, then pour over the chocolate chips. Allow it to sit for 3-4 minutes, then whisk until smooth. 28. Dr
  • zzle the remaining caramel sauce and chocolate sauce over the cheesecake and sprinkle with a few more pecan chips. Refrigerate cheesecake until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Slice, Calories 659 calories, Sugar 55.8 g, Sodium 396.5 mg, Fat 37.6 g, SaturatedFat 19.4 g, TransFat 0.3 g, Carbohydrate 73.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 10 g, Cholesterol 119.4 mg

CARAMEL PECAN TURTLE CHEESECAKE RECIPE (THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY COPYCAT)



Caramel Pecan Turtle Cheesecake Recipe (The Cheesecake Factory Copycat) image

This copycat turtle cheesecake has multiple layers of caramel and toasted pecan flavors that sit atop a rich brownie crust.

Provided by Recipes.net Team

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

1¼ cups brown sugar
5 oz softened unsalted butter
½ cup cocoa powder
½ cup roasted, chopped pecans
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
16 oz room temperature cream cheese
⅓ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup or sour cream yogurt
¼ cup chocolate sauce
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup caramel sauce
2 cups prepared chocolate ganache
½ cup chopped, roasted pecans
½ cup caramel sauce
½ cup chocolate sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven at 300 degrees F. grease a 9-inch springform cake tin with cooking spray.
  • Sift together cocoa powder and flour. Set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat together eggs and sugar for 5 to 7 minutes until pale.
  • Add the unsalted butter and vanilla extract. Continue beating.
  • Fold in the flour and pecans into the wet mixture until evenly incorporated.
  • Pour the crust mixture in a 9-inch round pan. Spread evenly.
  • Bake for 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • In a mixing bowl attached to a hand mixer, add cream cheese, yogurt, and sugar. Cream for 8 to 10 minutes until pale and sugar has dissolved.
  • Add the eggs and vanilla extract. Continue creaming. Set aside.
  • Cover the outsides of the 9-inch round pan with aluminum foil, then pour in the filling.
  • Pour the caramel and chocolate on top of the cheesecake filling. Swirl until evenly incorporated.
  • Place the 9-inch pan inside a bigger pan. Fill the external pan with warm water up to about halfway up the sides of the 9-inch pan.
  • Bake the cheesecake for roughly 35 minutes, or until a cake tester comes out clean.
  • Set aside on cooling racks (away from the water) and allow to cool down completely while still in the springform tin.
  • Transfer the prepared chocolate ganache into a tipped piping bag and keep chilled until just enough to be piped, but not firm.
  • Remove the springform tin once the cheesecake is cool.
  • Drizzle the cheesecake with the chocolate and caramel sauces. Top with pecans.
  • Pipe swirls of chilled chocolate ganache on top of the cheesecake, roughly 1-inch apart from each other. Then, refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Portion your cake, then serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 801.00kcal, Carbohydrate 87.00g, Cholesterol 184.00mg, Fat 49.00g, Fiber 4.00g, Protein 11.00g, SaturatedFat 24.00g, ServingSize 8.00, Sodium 399.00mg, Sugar 67.00g, TransFat 1.00g, UnsaturatedFat 16.00g

LAYERED TURTLE CHEESECAKE



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After receiving a request for a special turtle cheesecake and not finding a good recipe, I created my own. Everyone is thrilled with the results and this cheesecake remains a favorite at the coffee shop where I work. -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
6 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
FILLING:
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon all-purpose flour, divided
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips, melted and cooled
1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
1/3 cup chopped pecans
GANACHE:
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons chopped pecans
Additional caramel ice cream topping, optional

Steps:

  • Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan. , In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar and pecans; cut in butter until crumbly. Press onto the bottom of prepared pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 12-15 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugars until smooth. Beat in 1/4 cup flour, cream and vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Remove 1 cup batter to a small bowl; stir in melted chocolate. Spread over crust., In another bowl, mix caramel topping and remaining flour; stir in pecans. Drop by tablespoonfuls over chocolate batter. Top with remaining batter. Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan., Bake at 325° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until center is just set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath; remove foil. Cool cheesecake on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight., For ganache, place chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chips; whisk until smooth. Cool slightly, stirring occasionally. , Remove sides of springform pan. Spread ganache over cheesecake; sprinkle with pecans. Refrigerate until set. If desired, drizzle with additional caramel topping before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 664 calories, Fat 46g fat (25g saturated fat), Cholesterol 182mg cholesterol, Sodium 330mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

CHEESECAKE FACTORY TURTLE CHEESECAKE RECIPE - (3.9/5)



Cheesecake Factory Turtle Cheesecake Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by DeBruynC1

Number Of Ingredients 17

Crust:
2 1/2 cups graham crackers
1/2 cup sugar
3/4 cup melted butter
Crust Layer:
30 caramels
3 Tablespoons milk
1/2 Cup chopped pecans
Filling:
3 (8 ounces each) packages cream cheese
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 whole eggs
Topping:
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup hot fudge, heated
10 melted caramels

Steps:

  • 1. Crust: Mix together graham crackers, sugar and melted butter. Bake in 9-inch spring form pan for 10 minutes. Cool 2. Crust Layer: Place caramels and milk in microwave, melt on medium power. Pour over cooled crust, and sprinkle on the 1/2 cup chopped pecans. 3. Filling Directions: Mix cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until smooth; scraping side of bowl to ensure creaminess. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Pour this mixture over the caramel layer on top of the crust. Bake at 325F until center is set (approximately 30-40 minutes). 4. Topping Directions: Arrange pecans around outside edge of cheesecake, drizzle top with melted caramel and hot fudge.

TURTLES® CHEESECAKE



Turtles® Cheesecake image

Pecans, caramel and chocolate all wrapped up in a decadent cheesecake batter, what could be better?

Provided by Kevin Ryan

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cheesecake Recipes     Chocolate Cheesecake Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
14 ounces individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
1 (5 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup chopped pecans
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
½ cup white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
2 eggs
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Butter one 9 inch springform pan.
  • Toast the pecans at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 6 minutes. Remove pecans and set aside. Leave oven at 350 degrees C (175 degrees C). In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter.
  • Combine vanilla wafer crumbs with the melted butter then press into the bottom of the prepared springform pan. Place the pan onto a cookie sheet and bake for 10 minutes at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove and allow to cool.
  • In a double boiler, or a bowl set over barely simmering water, melt the caramels in the evaporated milk. Stir until smooth. Pour this over the cooled crust. Sprinkle the nuts over the top.
  • In a bowl, combine the cheese, sugar, and vanilla and beat until smooth, scraping down the bowl several times. Add the eggs, one at a time and beat until smooth. Melt the chocolate chips in the double boiler and mix into the cheese mixture. Pour the batter over the caramel layer.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 40 minutes or until barely set. Chill over night in the refrigerator before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 670.7 calories, Carbohydrate 63.3 g, Cholesterol 113.5 mg, Fat 44.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 20.8 g, Sodium 363.2 mg, Sugar 35.3 g

SIMPLE TURTLE CHEESECAKE



Simple Turtle Cheesecake image

For an almost instant dessert, I spread homemade ganache and caramel sauce over pre-made cheesecake. It makes the holidays feel slightly less hectic. -Laura McDowell, Lake Villa, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 frozen New York-style cheesecake (30 ounces), thawed
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, divided
3 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon light corn syrup

Steps:

  • Place cheesecake on a serving plate. Place chocolate chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring 1/4 cup cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; stir with a whisk until smooth. Cool slightly, stirring occasionally. Pour over cheesecake; sprinkle with pecans. Refrigerate until set., In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Stir in remaining cream and return to a boil. Remove from heat. Serve warm with cheesecake or, if desired, cool completely and drizzle over cheesecake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585 calories, Fat 40g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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