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Turtle brownie cheesecake with a brownie crust, cheesecake center, and chocolate ganache topped with pecans.

Turtle Brownie Cheesecake

Amelia
This Turtle Brownie Cheesecake is the ultimate layered dessert—featuring a fudgy brownie base, a smooth cheesecake center, and a rich caramel-pecan-chocolate topping. Perfect for holidays, parties, or anytime you’re craving something indulgent and unforgettable.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Slices
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Layer:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ tsp salt

For the Cheesecake Layer:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened 2 blocks
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Turtle Topping:

  • ½ cup thick caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • ⅓ cup chopped pecans
  • ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions
 

Prepare the Brownie Base:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, eggs, cocoa powder, flour, and salt.
  • Mix until just combined and pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake for 15–18 minutes, then remove from oven and set aside.

Make the Cheesecake Filling:

  • In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add sugar and mix well.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated.
  • Stir in vanilla extract.
  • Pour over the partially baked brownie crust and smooth the top.

Bake the Cheesecake:

  • Lower oven temperature to 300°F (150°C).
  • Place a pan of hot water on the lower rack of the oven for moisture.
  • Bake for 45–55 minutes or until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles.
  • Let cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Add the Turtle Topping:

  • Once chilled, pour caramel sauce over the cheesecake.
  • Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with cream in 15-second intervals until smooth.
  • Drizzle melted chocolate over the top.
  • Garnish with extra pecans or chocolate curls if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 6gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 34g
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