Description
Indulgent no bake turtle mini cheesecakes deliver a symphony of chocolate, caramel, and pecans in perfectly portioned delights. Rich, velvety cheesecake layers melt in your mouth, promising a blissful dessert experience that lingers long after the last heavenly bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 1 cup ground graham crackers
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 5 tablespoons melted butter
Filling:
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Toppings and Garnish:
- 6 ounces chopped semi-sweet chocolate
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Caramel sauce
- Chopped pecans
- Mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Craft a buttery foundation by combining graham cracker crumbs with sugar and melted butter, pressing firmly into mini cheesecake molds. Chill the crust while preparing the subsequent layers.
- Create a silky cream cheese base by whipping softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until achieving a velvety smooth consistency.
- Enhance the cream cheese mixture by gently folding in heavy whipping cream, continuing to beat until the texture becomes light and fluffy.
- Carefully distribute the cream cheese filling into the chilled crusts, using a spatula to create an even, elegant surface. Return to refrigerator for minimum two hours to set completely.
- Develop a luxurious chocolate ganache by gradually melting semi-sweet chocolate in microwave, stirring between intervals to prevent scorching. Incorporate heavy cream until achieving a glossy, pourable consistency.
- Once cheesecakes have firmed, liberally drizzle caramel sauce across the surface, allowing it to cascade gently over the edges.
- Pour the prepared chocolate ganache atop the caramel layer, creating an enticing marbled effect.
- Sprinkle chopped pecans and miniature chocolate chips across the top, adding textural complexity and visual appeal.
- Store the decorated mini cheesecakes in refrigeration until moments before serving, preserving their delicate structure and rich flavors.
Notes
- Choose high-quality graham crackers for a rich, buttery base that enhances the overall flavor of the mini cheesecakes.
- Ensure cream cheese is completely softened at room temperature to create a smooth, lump-free filling with perfect texture.
- Use a piping bag for a cleaner, more professional look when filling the cheesecake cups and adding toppings.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg