Turtle Pie
Turtle Pie is a luscious dessert that layers creamy chocolate pudding, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans on a buttery graham cracker crust. This indulgent treat is perfect for any celebration or as a comforting dessert at home. With its stunning presentation and irresistible flavors, Turtle Pie will surely impress your guests while satisfying your sweet tooth!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust (9-inch)
- 1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
- 1 cup whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). If making your own crust, combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter, press into a pie dish, and bake for 10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a bowl, whisk together chocolate pudding mix and milk for about 2 minutes until thickened.
- Pour half of the pudding into the cooled crust. Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with pecans. Add remaining pudding, then repeat with caramel drizzle and pecan topping.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream, additional caramel sauce, and pecans.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Swap pecans for walnuts or drizzle extra chocolate sauce on top for added flavor. - Chill the pie overnight for the best flavor development.