Turtle Recipe
Make Turtle Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Prepare the crust
In a medium mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9-inch pie pan to form an even crust.
- 2
Pre-bake the crust
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the crust for about 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
Filling Preparation
- 3
Combine filling ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the chopped pecans, chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- 4
Fill the crust
Pour the filling mixture into the pre-baked crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Make sure the filling is well distributed.
- 5
Bake the filling
Return the pie to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, until the filling is set and lightly golden on top. Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 30 minutes.
Topping and Serving
- 6
Drizzle with caramel
Once the pie has cooled, drizzle the caramel sauce on top of the filling, ensuring even coverage.
- 7
Add sea salt
Sprinkle the sea salt over the caramel topping for an added flavor contrast.
- 8
Serve
Slice the turtle pie into pieces and serve. Enjoy your delicious turtle dessert!
