Turtle Pie

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A rich, layered no-bake dessert featuring chocolate mousse, gooey caramel, and a buttery pecan crust.
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This Turtle Pie captures the classic flavors of turtle candy in a decadent pie format. A crunchy crust made from chocolate wafers and toasted pecans holds layers of warm, melted caramel and a light, airy chocolate mousse infused with vanilla. The dessert is finished with a generous topping of whipped cream. It offers a perfect balance of textures: crisp, chewy, and creamy. Ideal for potlucks, holidays, or a special treat at home, this recipe requires no baking for the filling, making it an elegant yet approachable project for any cook. Assemble it ahead of time to let the flavors meld and the layers set.

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Turtle Pie

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 1425.4

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This Turtle Pie captures the classic flavors of turtle candy in a decadent pie format. A crunchy crust made from chocolate wafers and toasted pecans holds layers of warm, melted caramel and a light, airy chocolate mousse infused with vanilla. The dessert is finished with a generous topping of whipped cream. It offers a perfect balance of textures: crisp, chewy, and creamy. Ideal for potlucks, holidays, or a special treat at home, this recipe requires no baking for the filling, making it an elegant yet approachable project for any cook. Assemble it ahead of time to let the flavors meld and the layers set.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine chocolate wafer crumbs, chopped pecans, and melted butter until evenly moistened.
  3. Press mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
  4. Bake crust for 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool completely.
  5. Sprinkle gelatin over cold water in a small saucepan; let stand for 1 minute to bloom.
  6. Stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved.
  7. Add 1 cup of heavy cream to the saucepan and bring to a gentle boil, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.
  8. Place chocolate chips in the bowl of a food processor.
  9. Pour the hot cream mixture over the chocolate chips and blend until smooth and melted.
  10. Add remaining 1/2 cup heavy cream, eggs, and vanilla extract to the processor.
  11. Blend until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
  12. Refrigerate the chocolate mixture for 15-20 minutes until it thickens to a soft-pea soup consistency.
  13. Meanwhile, place unwrapped caramels and 1/4 cup heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl.
  14. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until caramels are melted and smooth.
  15. Pour the warm caramel mixture into the cooled pie crust and spread evenly.
  16. Allow the caramel layer to cool and set for about 10 minutes.
  17. Pour the chilled chocolate mousse over the caramel layer.
  18. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until the chocolate layer is fully set.
  19. Just before serving, top with whipped cream made from the remaining chilled heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1425.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 90.4g140%
Saturated Fat 52.5g263%
Cholesterol 256.4mg86%
Sodium 196.1mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 114.3g39%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g32%
Sugars 103.2g
Protein 38.6g78%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chocolate, caramel, pecan, pie, turtle, mousse, no-bake, dessert, whipped cream, gelatin, chips, vanilla, crust, sweet, rich, indulgent, layered, holiday, potluck, easy
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