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Mini Turtle Cheesecakes


  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 3-4 hours (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 12 mini cheesecakes 1x

Description

These decadent Mini Turtle Cheesecakes feature a buttery graham cracker crust, a smooth and creamy cheesecake filling, and a rich caramel topping with toasted pecans and chocolate drizzle. Perfect for any occasion, these mini desserts combine all the classic turtle candy flavors in a cheesecake form!


Ingredients

Scale

For the Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

For the Topping:

  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped and toasted
  • 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

For the Crust:

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and cinnamon (if using).
  3. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  4. Press about 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup. Press down gently to form an even layer.
  5. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy cream until fully combined.
  4. Divide the cheesecake filling evenly between the muffin cups on top of the cooled crust, filling each about 3/4 of the way full.
  5. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
  6. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecakes in the oven for an additional 10 minutes. Then, remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature.
  7. Refrigerate the cheesecakes for at least 3 hours or overnight for best results.

For the Topping:

  1. Once the cheesecakes are chilled, drizzle each one with caramel sauce.
  2. Sprinkle the toasted pecans on top of the caramel.
  3. Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave or over a double boiler, then drizzle over the pecans and caramel.
  4. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

  • To toast the pecans, spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant.
  • For extra flavor, you can also add a pinch of salt to the caramel topping for a sweet-and-salty twist.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes (for the cheesecake), plus refrigeration time
  • Category: Dessert, Cheesecake, No-bake, Mini desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Turtle cheesecake, mini cheesecake, caramel, pecans, chocolate, dessert