Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Turtle Pumpkin Cheesecake, a decadent dessert perfect for holiday gatherings or a special treat. This cheesecake combines the flavors of pumpkin, caramel, pecans, and chocolate for a delightful indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Topping:
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or melted chocolate for drizzle
- Whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: to 325°F.
- Make the Crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into a springform pan and bake.
- Prepare the Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Pour over crust.
- Bake: for 55-65 minutes until almost set. Cool in the oven, then refrigerate.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle with caramel sauce, sprinkle with pecans and chocolate, and top with whipped cream.
Notes
- To prevent cracks, consider using a water bath while baking.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 125mg