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.

Zoya Malik
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I love the presentation of this cheesecake. It's so elegant and impressive.


Og'abek
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This cheesecake is so easy to make, it's a great recipe for beginners.


Zavion Morris
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate, but I loved this cheesecake. The chocolate flavor is not overpowering and the other flavors balance it out perfectly.


Vusumango Dlamini
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This cheesecake is so rich and decadent, it's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Lukonge Innocent
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I love that this cheesecake can be made ahead of time. It makes it so easy to entertain guests.


Saif Saifur
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This cheesecake is a great way to use up leftover chocolate and caramel sauce.


Sladge Willee
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I've never made a layered cheesecake before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Lilly Davis
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my cheesecake didn't turn out as well as I expected. It was a bit too dense and the layers didn't separate as well as I would have liked.


See You
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This cheesecake is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


tony kimala
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The pecans in this cheesecake add a nice crunch and texture.


Elizabeth Reed
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I love the caramel layer in this cheesecake. It's so smooth and creamy.


Yadyasin Sharmin
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This cheesecake is perfect for a chocolate lover. The chocolate flavor is rich and intense.


Ghulam Murtza
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I'm not a huge fan of cheesecake, but this one is an exception. It's so delicious and I can't resist eating it.


Johns Wilson
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This cheesecake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The results are amazing.


Morid Herat
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I love the presentation of this cheesecake. It's so elegant and impressive.


Dewayne Richardson
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This cheesecake is rich and decadent, but it's not too heavy. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Annie 123
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I've made this cheesecake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of chocolate, caramel, and pecans is irresistible.


Cian O driscoll
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Satya guru Kabir ji
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I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


mailk Ejaz
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This cheesecake was amazing! The layers were perfect and the flavor was out of this world. I will definitely be making this again.


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