Chocolate Turtle Cheese Cake–Microwave

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Advanced
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A rich microwave cheesecake featuring a graham cracker crust, caramel pecan layer, and chocolate ganache.
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Chocolate Turtle Cheese Cake–Microwave

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 12 Calories: 480

Description

This decadent Chocolate Turtle Cheesecake is a microwave masterpiece that delivers all the classic flavors of a turtle candy in every bite. The base features a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a layer of warm, gooey caramel studded with pecans. Above this sits a dense, creamy chocolate cheesecake layer, perfectly cooked in the microwave for a tender texture. Finished with a smooth chocolate ganache and topped with pecan halves, it offers a luxurious balance of sweet, salty, and nutty notes.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place the margarine in a 9-inch round microwave-safe glass or plastic cake pan.
  2. Microwave on HIGH for 40 seconds, or until the margarine is completely melted.
  3. Stir the graham cracker crumbs into the melted margarine and press the mixture firmly onto the bottom of the pan to form a crust.
  4. In a 1-quart microwave-safe casserole dish, combine the caramel candies and evaporated milk.
  5. Microwave on HIGH for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the caramels are melted and smooth.
  6. Pour the caramel mixture over the crust in the cake pan and press the pecan pieces into the caramel layer.
  7. Refrigerate the caramel layer for about 10 minutes to set while preparing the cheesecake filling.
  8. In a large microwave-safe mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and half of the chocolate chips.
  9. Microwave on 50% power for 3 to 3.5 minutes, stirring once, until the cream cheese is softened and the chips are melted.
  10. Beat the mixture with an electric mixer until smooth, then add the sugar and vanilla and blend until combined.
  11. Add the eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
  12. Pour the cheesecake batter over the set caramel layer in the cake pan.
  13. Microwave on 70% power for 10 to 11 minutes, rotating the pan twice during cooking, until the center still jiggles slightly.
  14. Allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours to firm up.
  15. For the topping, combine the remaining chocolate chips and 2 tablespoons of milk in a 2-cup glass measure.
  16. Microwave on HIGH for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring until the chips are melted and the ganache is smooth.
  17. Spread the chocolate ganache evenly over the top of the chilled cheesecake.
  18. Garnish with pecan halves before serving.
  19. NOTE: You can also bake the assembled cheesecake in a conventional oven preheated to 350°F (177°C) for 40 minutes instead of using the microwave.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 480kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36.4g56%
Saturated Fat 11.3g57%
Cholesterol 42.6mg15%
Sodium 248.6mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 34.8g12%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
Sugars 29.3g
Protein 7.8g16%

* 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: cheesecake, chocolate, caramel, pecan, turtle, microwave, dessert, cream cheese, graham cracker, ganache, chips, evaporated milk, vanilla, sweet, rich, easy, quick, holiday, christmas
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