Turtle Mini Cheesecakes are a delightful and indulgent dessert featuring creamy cheesecake, rich caramel, crunchy pecans, and luscious chocolate. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any special occasion or just to satisfy your sweet tooth. Let’s dive into the details to create these mouthwatering mini cheesecakes!
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- Graham cracker crumbs:Â 1 cup (120g)
- Sugar:Â 2 tablespoons
- Butter:Â 1/4 cup (1/2 stick, 56g), melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- Cream cheese:Â 16 ounces (2 packages, 450g), softened
- Sugar:Â 1/2 cup (100g)
- Sour cream:Â 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Vanilla extract:Â 1 teaspoon
- Eggs:Â 2 large
For the Topping:
- Caramel sauce:Â 1/2 cup (120ml)
- Pecans:Â 1/2 cup (60g), chopped
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips:Â 1/2 cup (90g)
- Heavy cream:Â 1/4 cup (60ml)
Equipment
- Muffin tin:Â For baking the mini cheesecakes.
- Cupcake liners:Â To line the muffin tin.
- Mixing bowls:Â For combining ingredients.
- Electric mixer or stand mixer:Â For mixing the cheesecake filling.
- Measuring cups and spoons:Â To measure ingredients accurately.
- Spatula:Â For spreading the filling and toppings.
- Microwave-safe bowl:Â For melting the chocolate.