Turtle pie is a truly decadent dessert recipe everyone needs. We love to mix chocolate, caramel and crunchy candy bits in a pie that’s ooey-gooey fabulous. —Dolores Vaccaro, Pueblo, Colorado
Fudgy Turtle Pie
Fudgy Turtle Pie Tips
Why do they call it turtle pie?
This pie is a fun spin on turtle candies, which are so named because the combination of chocolate and caramel topped with a pecan half resembles the shell of a turtle.How long does turtle pie last in the fridge?
Turtle pie will last 3-4 days in the fridge when stored in an airtight container.What other turtle dessert recipes can I try?
There are many other turtle desserts you can try, including cookie cups, a tart, cheesecake and brownies. Research contributed by Mark Neufang, Taste of Home Culinary AssistantFudgy Turtle Pie
Prep Time
45 min
Cook Time
10 min
Yield
16 servings
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs (32 wafers)
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- FILLING:
- 20 caramels
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups chopped pecans
- 4 Snickers candy bars (1.86 ounces each), chopped
- TOPPING:
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Caramel ice cream topping, optional
- Additional chopped Snickers candy bars, optional
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, mix wafer crumbs and butter. Press onto bottom and up sides of a greased 9-in. fluted tart pan with removable bottom. Bake 8-10 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack.
- For filling, in a small heavy saucepan, combine caramels and cream. Cook and stir over low heat until caramels are melted. Stir in pecans. Remove from heat; pour into crust. Top with chopped Snickers candy.
- For topping, place chocolate chips in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; stir with a whisk until smooth. Pour and spread, if necessary, over top. Refrigerate 1 hour or until set.
- If desired, drizzle ice cream topping over individual pieces and top with additional chopped candy.
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