Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of The Best Chocolate Turtle Pie. This no-bake dessert features layers of chocolate, caramel, and pecans in a chocolate cookie crust, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 chocolate cookie crust (store-bought or homemade)
For the Filling:
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (plus more for drizzling)
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
- 8 ounces semisweet or dark chocolate, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Sprinkle the toasted chopped pecans over the bottom of the chocolate cookie crust. Drizzle with caramel sauce and chill in the freezer.
- Make the Chocolate Layer: Melt chocolate chips, butter, and cream; pour over the caramel layer and chill.
- Prepare the Chocolate Filling: Heat cream, pour over chocolate, mix until smooth. Beat in powdered sugar and vanilla.
- Assemble the Pie: Spread the chocolate mixture over the set chocolate layer in the crust. Chill until firm.
- Serve: Drizzle with caramel sauce, garnish with pecans, and enjoy!
Notes
- You can make this pie ahead of time—it holds up beautifully in the fridge.
- For a crunchy texture, add crushed pretzels on top before serving.
