Description
Turtle Cheesecake is a delicious dessert that combines rich chocolate, creamy cheesecake, and crunchy pecans.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Fold in chocolate chips and half of the chopped pecans.
- Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Let the cheesecake cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle the remaining pecans on top.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips.
- Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg