Turtle Pumpkin Cheesecake

Health score
3%
Turtle Pumpkin Cheesecake
545 min.
16
488kcal

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Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of our Turtle Pumpkin Cheesecake, a delightful dessert that perfectly marries the warmth of pumpkin with the luxuriousness of chocolate and caramel. This show-stopping cheesecake is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a feast for the eyes, making it an ideal centerpiece for your holiday gatherings or special occasions.

Imagine a velvety cream cheese filling infused with the essence of pumpkin and aromatic pumpkin pie spice, all nestled atop a buttery chocolate wafer crust. The addition of toasted pecans adds a delightful crunch, while a drizzle of melted bittersweet chocolate and luscious caramel topping elevates this dessert to a whole new level of indulgence.

With a preparation time of just over nine hours, this cheesecake requires a bit of patience, but the end result is well worth the wait. Each slice offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave your guests raving. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this Turtle Pumpkin Cheesecake is a rewarding project that promises to impress. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that will be the highlight of any meal!

Ingredients

  • oz baker's chocolate coarsely chopped
  • cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.3 cup butter melted
  • 15 oz pumpkin pie filling/mix canned (not pumpkin pie mix)
  • cup mrs richardson's butterscotch caramel sauce 
  • 1.5 cups chocolate wafer crumbs thin ( 30 cookies)
  • 32 oz cream cheese softened
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.7 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 cup pecans chopped toasted
  • teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 300F. Wrap foil around outside of bottom and side of 9-inch springform pan to prevent drips. Spray bottom and 1 inch up side of pan with cooking spray. In small bowl, mix cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press crumb mixture on bottom and 1 inch up side of pan.
  2. Bake crust 8 to 10 minutes or until set. Cool at room temperature 5 minutes. Refrigerate about 5 minutes or until completely cooled.
  3. Meanwhile, in another small bowl, mix flour, pumpkin pie spice and pumpkin; set aside. In large bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Gradually beat in brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth. On low speed, beat in eggs, one at a time, just until blended. Gradually beat in pumpkin mixture until smooth.
  4. Pour filling over crust.
  5. Bake 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes or until edge of cheesecake is set but center still jiggles slightly when moved. Run knife around edge of pan to loosen cheesecake. Turn oven off; open oven door at least 4 inches.
  6. Let cheesecake remain in oven 30 minutes.
  7. Cool in pan on cooling rack 30 minutes. Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight before serving.
  8. Just before serving, sprinkle pecans over top of cheesecake. In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate and oil uncovered on High 1 minute to 1 minute 30 seconds, stirring every 15 seconds, until melted.
  9. Drizzle chocolate over pecans.
  10. To serve, run knife around edge of pan to loosen cheesecake; carefully remove side of pan.
  11. Drizzle caramel topping over each serving. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories488kcal
Protein5.84%
Fat53.99%
Carbs40.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.47
Glycemic Load
11.36
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
11.3278260542%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.37mg
Delphinidin
0.25mg
Catechin
2.53mg
Epigallocatechin
0.19mg
Epicatechin
5.05mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:488.33kcal
24.42%
Fat:30.43g
46.81%
Saturated Fat:14.44g
90.28%
Carbohydrates:50.94g
16.98%
Net Carbohydrates:47.37g
17.23%
Sugar:36.01g
40.01%
Cholesterol:108.63mg
36.21%
Sodium:400.31mg
17.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:3.88mg
1.29%
Protein:7.41g
14.81%
Vitamin A:3184.54IU
63.69%
Manganese:0.56mg
27.99%
Selenium:11.49µg
16.41%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
16.08%
Phosphorus:146.6mg
14.66%
Fiber:3.57g
14.27%
Copper:0.25mg
12.67%
Iron:1.95mg
10.84%
Calcium:103.23mg
10.32%
Vitamin B5:0.96mg
9.64%
Magnesium:35.1mg
8.77%
Folate:31.63µg
7.91%
Zinc:1.17mg
7.78%
Potassium:228.94mg
6.54%
Vitamin E:0.96mg
6.41%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.93%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.85%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.76%
Vitamin B3:0.69mg
3.43%
Vitamin K:3.59µg
3.42%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.83%
Vitamin C:1.1mg
1.34%