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Mini Turtle Cheesecakes

Mini Turtle Cheesecakes: Irresistible No-Bake Delight!

Mini Turtle Cheesecakes are sweet bites of creamy cheesecake, rich chocolate, and crunchy nuts, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 47 minutes
Servings: 12 cheesecakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Substitute with gluten-free crumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Can be replaced with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Full Fat Cream Cheese Use a dairy-free cream cheese for a vegan alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Substitute with coconut sugar for a less refined option.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use imitation vanilla if needed.
  • 2 large Large Eggs For a vegan option, consider flax eggs as a substitute.
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Jarred Caramel Sauce Use homemade or store-bought.
  • 1/2 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate can provide a richer taste.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipped Cream Substitute with plant-based heavy cream for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts (Pecans) Feel free to swap for almonds or walnuts based on your preference.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • muffin pan
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted unsalted butter until well-blended, forming a moist mixture.
  2. Line a muffin pan with paper liners. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottoms of each liner using a shot glass or your fingers, creating an even layer.
  3. Bake the crusts for 5 minutes until lightly golden. Allow them to cool completely while you prepare the filling.
  4. In another bowl, blend full-fat cream cheese and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Add in vanilla extract and eggs, mixing until just combined.
  5. Once the crusts have cooled, carefully fill each muffin cup with the cheesecake batter, leaving a little room at the top.
  6. Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake the cheesecakes for 15-17 minutes until the centers appear slightly jiggly but set.
  7. After baking, let the cheesecakes cool to room temperature in the muffin pan for about 30 minutes, then transfer them to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours.
  8. Before serving, generously drizzle jarred caramel sauce and pour warm chocolate ganache over each cheesecake. Finish by sprinkling chopped pecans on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheesecakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Mix well to avoid lumps in the filling. Do not overbeat eggs. Chill for at least 4 hours for best texture.

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