Re: Miscellaneous Desserts
CHOCOLATE TURTLE CHEESECAKE
1 (7-oz) package caramels
1/4 c evaporated milk
3/4 c chopped pecans, divided
1 (9-inch) chocolate crumb pie crust
2 (3-oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 c sour cream
1 1/4 c milk
1 (3.9 oz) package chocolate instant pudding mix
1/2 c fudge topping
tip: nuts are easier to chop when they are warm. Heat in the microwave on high for two minutes or in a 325 degree oven for about 5 minutes.
Place caramels and evaporated milk in a heavy saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring continually, until smooth, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1/2 c chopped pecans. Pour into piecrust. Combine cream cheese, sour cream, and milk in a blender. Process until smooth. Add pudding mix; process for about 30 seconds longer. Pour pudding mixture over caramel layer, covering evenly. Chill, loosely covered, until set, about 15 minutes.
Drizzle fudge topping (or caramel topping) over pudding layer in a decorative pattern. Sprinkle top of cheesecake with remaining pecans. Chill, loosely covered, until serving.
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