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Turtle Lush Recipe
Anousha Zain

Turtle Lush Recipe

Turtle Lush is a rich, no-bake layered dessert featuring a buttery cookie crust, creamy cheesecake filling, silky chocolate pudding, gooey caramel, crunchy pecans, and fluffy whipped topping. It's the perfect make-ahead dessert for holidays, potlucks, birthdays, and family gatherings. Every bite delivers the classic turtle candy flavors in a cool and creamy treat that's sure to impress.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 36 chocolate sandwich cookies crushed
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whipped topping
Chocolate Layer
  • 2 boxes 3.9 oz each instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 3 cups cold milk
Topping
  • 2 cups whipped topping
  • ½ cup caramel sauce
  • ½ cup chocolate syrup
  • ¾ cup chopped toasted pecans
  • Chocolate shavings optional

Method
 

  1. Crush the chocolate sandwich cookies into fine crumbs.
  2. Mix the cookie crumbs with melted butter.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish.
  4. Refrigerate the crust for 15 minutes.
  5. Beat the cream cheese until smooth.
  6. Mix in the powdered sugar.
  7. Add the vanilla extract.
  8. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping.
  9. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the chilled crust.
  10. Whisk the pudding mix with the cold milk until thick.
  11. Spread the pudding evenly over the cream cheese layer.
  12. Top with the remaining whipped topping.
  13. Drizzle caramel sauce over the whipped topping.
  14. Drizzle chocolate syrup over the caramel.
  15. Sprinkle chopped toasted pecans evenly across the top.
  16. Garnish with chocolate shavings if desired.
  17. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
  18. Slice and enjoy chilled.

Notes

  • Chill overnight for the best flavor and texture.
  • Toast the pecans for extra crunch and nutty flavor.
  • Use homemade whipped cream if preferred.
  • Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
  • Drizzle extra caramel just before serving for a beautiful presentation.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Do not freeze, as the pudding texture may change.

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