No Bake Turtle Mini Cheesecakes are a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of cheesecake with the decadence of chocolate and caramel, reminiscent of the popular turtle candies. Here’s a simple recipe to make them:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Oreo)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans, plus extra for garnish
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips, melted
Instructions:
- Prepare the Crust:
- In a bowl, mix together the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until well combined.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of each mini cheesecake cup or muffin tin lined with cupcake liners. Press down firmly to form a compact crust. Place in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Add in the caramel sauce and chopped pecans, gently folding until evenly distributed.
- Assemble the Mini Cheesecakes:
- Spoon the cheesecake filling over the prepared crusts, dividing it evenly among the cups.
- Smooth the tops with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
- Chill and Garnish:
- Place the mini cheesecakes in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2-3 hours, or until set.
- Once set, drizzle each cheesecake with additional caramel sauce and melted chocolate.
- Sprinkle extra chopped pecans on top for garnish.
- Serve:
- Carefully remove the mini cheesecakes from the cupcake liners and serve chilled.
- Enjoy the indulgent flavors of these no-bake turtle mini cheesecakes!
These mini cheesecakes are perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply indulging in a sweet treat. They can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to several days.
