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Mini Turtle Cheesecakes

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These bite-sized cheesecakes are topped with decadent chocolate ganache, gooey caramel sauce, and crunchy pecans—everything you love about turtle candies, in cheesecake form!

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For the Toppings:

  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (for the ganache)
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce, melted
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  • Prepare the Crust:
    • Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
    • In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
    • Press about 1 tablespoon of the mixture firmly into the bottom of each liner.
  • Make the Cheesecake Filling:
    • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
    • Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly over the prepared crusts, filling each liner about 3/4 full.
  • Bake the Cheesecakes:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the centers are set.
    • Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:
    • Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
    • Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then whisk until smooth.
  • Assemble the Mini Turtle Cheesecakes:
    • Spoon the chocolate ganache evenly over the cooled mini cheesecakes.
    • Drizzle the melted caramel sauce over the ganache.
    • Sprinkle chopped pecans on top for a crunchy finish.

Notes

  • For a quicker set, refrigerate the cheesecakes overnight.
  • You can use store-bought caramel sauce or make your own for extra richness.

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