How to Make Turtles® Cheesecake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you a fan of both Turtles® candies and creamy cheesecake? Well, then you're in for a treat with this delectable recipe for Turtles® cheesecake. This dessert combines the rich, velvety texture of a classic cheesecake with the irresistible flavors of chocolate, caramel, and pecans found in Turtles® candies. Whether you're planning a special occasion or simply want to indulge in a decadent treat, this Turtles® cheesecake is sure to delight your taste buds.

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 to 9 - inch round cheesecake

  • 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

    671 cal.

    • Total Fat: 44g
    • Saturated Fat: 21g
    • Cholesterol: 114mg
    • Sodium: 363mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 63g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 35g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 143mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 281mg