Turtle Lush Recipe

A Turtle Lush is a delightful layered dessert that typically features a combination of chocolate, caramel, pecans, and whipped cream. Here’s a simple recipe for Turtle Lush: Ingredients:
FOR THE CRUST:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans
FOR THE CREAM CHEESE LAYER:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
FOR THE CHOCOLATE LAYER:
1 (3.4 oz) package instant chocolate pudding mix
1 3/4 cups cold milk
FOR THE CARAMEL AND TOPPING:
1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 cup chopped pecans
1 1/2 cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the Crust:
In a bowl, combine the melted butter, flour, sugar, and chopped pecans for the crust. Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Bake the Crust:
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until it’s golden brown. Allow it to cool completely.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer:
In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in the whipped topping until well combined. Spread this mixture over the cooled crust.
Prepare the Chocolate Layer:
In another bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until it thickens. Spread this chocolate pudding layer over the cream cheese layer.
Chill:
Place the baking dish in the refrigerator and let it chill for about 30 minutes to set the layers.
Add Caramel and Pecans:
Once the layers are set, drizzle the caramel sauce over the chocolate layer and sprinkle the chopped pecans on top.
Top with Whipped Cream:
Spread the additional whipped topping over the caramel and pecan layer.
Chill Again:
Refrigerate the Turtle Lush for at least 2-3 hours, allowing all the layers to set.
Serve:
Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Enjoy this indulgent Turtle Lush with its layers of flavors and textures. It’s a perfect dessert for gatherings or when you’re craving a sweet treat with a touch of caramel, chocolate, and pecans.