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Mini Turtle Cheesecakes

Mini Turtle Cheesecakes: Decadent No-Bake Dessert Bliss

Mini Turtle Cheesecakes are a rich, no-bake dessert combining chocolate, caramel, and nuts for a sweet treat everyone loves.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Substitute with crushed cookies for a unique twist.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Can be swapped with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Full Fat Cream Cheese Neufchâtel cheese could be used for a lighter option.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Consider a sugar substitute for a lower-calorie option.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Can replace with flax eggs for egg-free version.
For the Toppings
  • 0.5 cups Jarred Caramel Sauce Homemade caramel can elevate this dessert.
  • 0.5 cups Chocolate Ganache Made with semi-sweet chocolate and heavy cream.
  • 0.5 cups Chopped Nuts Pecans recommended; can substitute with walnuts or almonds.

Equipment

  • Muffin Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners. Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Evenly distribute 1-2 tablespoons into each liner for the crust and bake for 5 minutes. Allow to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, beat room-temperature cream cheese and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until smooth. Add vanilla and eggs, mixing gently until just combined.
  3. Distribute the cheesecake filling evenly among the cooled crusts in the muffin tin and smooth the tops with a spatula.
  4. Bake cheesecakes for 15-17 minutes until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
  5. Cool to room temperature, then transfer to the fridge and chill for at least 4 hours.
  6. Before serving, drizzle with caramel sauce and chocolate ganache, then sprinkle with chopped nuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure room temperature cream cheese for a smooth filling and mix eggs gently to avoid cracks.

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