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Mini Turtle Cheesecakes

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These Mini Turtle Cheesecakes are a decadent combination of creamy cheesecake, a buttery graham cracker crust, and a rich chocolate ganache with caramel and crunchy pecans. The perfect treat for any special occasion or as a delicious bite-sized dessert.

Ingredients

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  1. 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. 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
    2. 1/4 cup heavy cream (for the ganache)
    3. 1/2 cup caramel sauce, melted
    4. 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

Prepare the Crust:

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.
  3. Press about 1 tablespoon of the mixture firmly into the bottom of each liner.

Make the Cheesecake Filling: 4. 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. 5. Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly over the prepared crusts, filling each liner about 3/4 full.

Bake the Cheesecakes: 6. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the centers are set. 7. 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: 8. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. 9. 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: 10. Spoon the chocolate ganache evenly over the cooled mini cheesecakes. 11. Drizzle the melted caramel sauce over the ganache. 12. Sprinkle chopped pecans on top for a crunchy finish.

Notes

  • For an extra rich flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.
  • If you prefer a less sweet topping, you can reduce the amount of caramel sauce.
  • These cheesecakes are best served after refrigerating for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set properly.
  • You can also make these ahead and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days before serving.

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