Decadent Turtle Pie with Chocolate Crust, Caramel, and Pecans Recipe
Turtle Pie is a decadent dessert featuring a rich chocolate crust, a luscious layer of caramel, crunchy pecans, and a smooth, creamy filling. This no-bake pie combines sweet, nutty, and creamy textures, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chocolate Crust
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Caramel Layer
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Pecans
- 1 cup pecan halves
Cream Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until well mixed. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form an even crust layer. Chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes to set.
- Add the caramel layer: Pour the caramel sauce over the chilled crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle the pecan halves evenly over the caramel layer to add crunch and flavor.
- Make the cream filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy. Then, in a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and fluffy.
- Assemble the pie: Spread the cream filling evenly over the pecan and caramel layer, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover the pie with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the layers to set and flavors to meld.
- Serve: Before serving, optionally garnish with additional chopped pecans or drizzled chocolate. Slice and enjoy your rich, creamy Turtle Pie.
Notes
- For a quicker caramel layer, use store-bought caramel sauce or dulce de leche.
- To make the crust gluten free, substitute chocolate cookie crumbs with gluten-free chocolate cookies.
- The pie is best served chilled and consumed within 2-3 days for optimal freshness.
- For a richer flavor, toast pecans lightly before adding them to the pie.
Keywords: turtle pie, caramel pie, chocolate crust dessert, no bake pie, cream pie, pecan dessert
