Go Back
Delicious Turtle Dessert featuring chocolate, caramel, and pecans.

Turtle Dessert

A decadent dessert featuring layers of crunchy pecans, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate, often atop a cookie crust.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cup Melted butter
  • 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
Filling
  • 1 cup Chopped pecans
  • 12 oz Caramel topping
  • 1 cup Chocolate chips
  • 8 oz Whipped topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

Assembly
  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar, then press the mixture into a 9x13 inch pan to form the crust.
  2. Evenly sprinkle the chopped pecans over the prepared crust.
  3. Generously drizzle the caramel topping over the pecan layer.
  4. Melt the chocolate chips and spread them carefully over the caramel layer.
  5. Spread the whipped topping over the chocolate layer, then chill the dessert for at least 3 hours or until firm before serving.

Notes

For best results, allow the dessert to chill completely before slicing. Garnish with extra pecans or a sprinkle of sea salt if desired.