Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Turtle Pie
Turtle Pie is made with graham cracker crumbs, pecans, and cream cheese.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Total
- 210 min
- Original yield
- Serves 8
- Ingredients
- 9 listed
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Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Desserts
- Cuisine
- American
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: over 60 minutes
A few quick notes
1. Allow for chilling
Include the chilling step when deciding when to start.
2. Watch the toasting
Follow the toasting step and check for its stated finish.
3. Prepare the finishing addition
Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.
Get to know the ingredients
graham cracker crumbs (or Oreo cookie crumbs)
In the method: In a mixing bowl, combine your choice of Graham cracker crumbs (or Oreo crumbs) with melted butter for the crust.
butter (melted)
In the method: In a mixing bowl, combine your choice of Graham cracker crumbs (or Oreo crumbs) with melted butter for the crust.
chopped pecans (toasted and divided)
In the method: Toast the pecans over medium heat on the stovetop for about 3 minutes.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 8. Original quantities shown.
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Ingredient note
Source: 1¼ cups graham cracker crumbs (or Oreo cookie crumbs)Ingredient note
Source: ¼ cup butter (melted)Ingredient note
Source: ½ cup chopped pecans (toasted and divided)Ingredient note
Source: 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)Ingredient note
Source: ⅓ cup sugarIngredient note
Source: ⅓ cup creamy peanut butterIngredient note
Source: 2 cups thawed whipped topping (like Cool Whip)Ingredient note
Source: ¼ cup caramel ice cream topping (plus more for drizzling on top)Ingredient note
Source: ¼ cup melted chocolate (for topping)
How to make it
0 of 10 steps completeMake room for Turtle Pie
Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Take the pie out of the freezer about 10 minutes before cutting and serving.
A little more help as you go
Follow the microwave stages
Use the settings, sequence and checks specified for the microwave.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Start with this step: In a mixing bowl, combine your choice of Graham cracker crumbs (or Oreo crumbs) with melted butter for the crust.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Include the chilling step when deciding when to start.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Return the pie to the freezer for 1 hour or until set.
Is there another preparation step to plan for?
Use the settings, sequence and checks specified for the microwave.
Additional recipe notes
You can use raw, unsalted pecans to maintain the pie’s sweetness or use salted pecans if you like the sweet-salty flavor. For convenience, use pre-toasted pecans and store-bought chocolate sauce, like this fudge ice cream topping . Choose full-fat cream cheese for a rich, creamy filling. Ensure the pie is well-chilled for easy slicing and serving. Store the pie in an airtight container and keep it in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: diethood.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.
