Turtle Tart

Health score
1%
Turtle Tart
195 min.
16
515kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a delightful Turtle Tart that promises to be the star of your dessert table! This decadent treat combines the rich flavors of chocolate, caramel, and pecans, creating a symphony of taste that will leave your guests craving more. With a buttery oatmeal cookie crust that perfectly complements the luscious filling, this tart is not just a dessert; it's an experience.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as you bake the crust to a light golden brown, setting the stage for the gooey caramel and crunchy pecan layer that follows. The final touch is a smooth, velvety chocolate ganache that drapes over the top, making it a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Each slice reveals layers of flavor and texture, from the crumbly crust to the creamy chocolate topping, ensuring that every bite is a delightful surprise.

Perfect for gatherings, celebrations, or simply a cozy night in, this Turtle Tart serves 16, making it an ideal choice for sharing. With a preparation time of just over three hours, including chilling, you’ll have plenty of time to savor the anticipation. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with this irresistible dessert that’s sure to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • 17.5 oz basic cookie mix 
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • tablespoon water 
  •  eggs 
  • cup pecans chopped
  • 40  individually wrapped caramels 
  • 0.3 cup whipping cream 
  • 0.8 cup pecans chopped
  • 11.5 oz milk chocolate chips (2 cups)
  • 0.3 cup whipping cream 
  • 0.3 cup pecans chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • microwave
  • tart form

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter, water and egg until soft dough forms. Stir in 1 cup pecans. Press dough in bottom and up sides of ungreased 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom.
  2. Bake 19 to 21 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool 10 minutes. Using back of a spoon, gently press center of crust to flatten slightly.
  3. Meanwhile, in medium microwavable bowl, microwave caramels and 1/3 cup cream on High 2 to 4 minutes, stirring twice, until caramels are melted. Stir in 3/4 cup pecans.
  4. Spread over cooled crust. Refrigerate 15 minutes.
  5. In medium bowl, place chocolate chips. In 1-quart saucepan, heat 1/3 cup whipping cream over medium-low heat 3 to 5 minutes or until hot.
  6. Pour cream over chocolate chips in bowl; let stand 5 minutes. Stir until smooth.
  7. Pour over filling.
  8. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup pecans. Refrigerate 2 hours or until set. To serve, let stand at room temperature 10 minutes before cutting. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories515kcal
Protein3.21%
Fat52.43%
Carbs44.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.94
Glycemic Load
12.57
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.5639130395392%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.46mg
Delphinidin
0.99mg
Catechin
0.99mg
Epigallocatechin
0.77mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:515.06kcal
25.75%
Fat:30.58g
47.04%
Saturated Fat:9.11g
56.97%
Carbohydrates:58.2g
19.4%
Net Carbohydrates:56.11g
20.4%
Sugar:43.46g
48.29%
Cholesterol:23.19mg
7.73%
Sodium:167.33mg
7.28%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.21g
8.43%
Manganese:0.62mg
30.84%
Vitamin A:432.5IU
8.65%
Copper:0.17mg
8.56%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.54%
Fiber:2.1g
8.38%
Phosphorus:79.07mg
7.91%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.31%
Calcium:68.83mg
6.88%
Potassium:197.73mg
5.65%
Magnesium:21.98mg
5.5%
Zinc:0.79mg
5.24%
Vitamin E:0.65mg
4.31%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.46%
Iron:0.55mg
3.05%
Selenium:2.11µg
3.01%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.57%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
2.04%
Vitamin B3:0.33mg
1.63%
Folate:5.76µg
1.44%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.42%
Vitamin K:1.25µg
1.19%