No Bake Turtle Pie
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This no bake turtle pie couldn’t be simpler. This pie starts with a homemade cookie crust, and has a caramel cheesecake filling, and topped with your favorite Turtle candy ingredients like pecans and chocolate. It’s perfect to serve any time of year!
When it comes to a summer dessert recipe, I don’t think there’s anything better than a no . Who says you can’t enjoy one when it’s cold outside too? The holidays are all about pies in any fashion right? And this turtle pie is perfect to serve to family and friends.
This turtle pie is made with an Oreo cookie crust, a cream cheese and caramel filling, and then topped with pecans, hot fudge, and more caramel. Basically everything you love about Homemade Turtle candies but in pie form!
Yes you will be amazed at how easy it is to make this no bake turtle pie. So let’s get started…
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Why you will love this recipe:
- It’s no bake! – I mean I love making homemade pies, but a no bake pie is always a winner.
- Make Ahead – You can make this all in one day, but I prefer to make it the day before. It’s a perfect holiday dessert for that reason.
- All homemade – Yes from the crust, to the whipped cream that’s folded in. But take some shortcuts if you need to from the caramel to the hot fudge if you need to.
How to make this turtle pie
Make The Oreo Crust
First start by making a homemade oreo crust. It’s super simple and just requires 3 ingredients. Soooo much better than store-bought.
I simply pulse my Oreos in my food processor until they are fine crumbs. If you don’t own a food processor, then place your cookies in a large resealable plastic bag and crush them with a meat mallet or rolling pin. This will take a little bit of effort, but totally doable.
HEATHER’S BAKING TIP: If using a plastic bag and rolling pin/mallet method, use two bags. One bag placed inside another. I always find mine pops a hole and I have crumbs everywhere.
Then add your melted butter and little bit of salt. And then it’s time to press the mixture into your pie plate. I used this deep dish 9-inch pie plate.
HEATHER’S BAKING TIP: Press the mixture into your pie plate using the bottom of a measuring cup.
Once the crust has been pressed in, I like to chill my pie crust while I make the filling. So pop it in the fridge and get ready to make the filling!
Make The Filling
Once your pie crust is in the fridge chilling, it’s time to make the caramel filling. For the filling you will need powdered sugar, cream cheese, caramel, and heavy cream.
You want to make sure to use softened cream cheese when mixing it together otherwise it can be very difficult to combine. You want to start by mixing the cream cheese and sugar together first. Once that is nice and smooth add the caramel. You can use store-bought or make your own Salted Caramel Sauce Recipe.
Once that is all mixed together you need to then whip the cream. This is done in a separate bowl first. Once it’s whipped to soft peaks fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
HEATHER’S BAKING Tip: Chill the bowl and beaters first by popping them into your freezer for 10 minutes so the cream whips up quickly.
Chill And Assemble
Once the mixture is ready go ahead and spread this into your pie plate. If your pie plate isn’t as deep as mine, you may need to mound your filling up above the crust. And just smooth it out with the spatula.
At this point, yes, the pie does need to firm up in the fridge for 3-4 hours. Torture. I know. But worth it. Once it’s chilled you can go ahead and make it pretty. I drizzled on some hot fudge sauce, more caramel, and garnished with a little whipped cream and toasted pecan halves.
You can add a few pecans for a pretty garnish or as many as you would like for that true turtle candy experience!
Serving Suggestions:
When serving this pie I love topping it with the following:
More Recipe Tips
- Refrigerate the pie crust before filling at least 30 minutes
- Use softened cream cheese so its easier mixed into the powdered sugar.
- Spray the measuring cup for the caramel with a bit of non-stick spray before measuring. This way it will release much easier!
- Make this pie the night before for an easy dessert to pull together!
Recipe FAQ’s
Yes! Absolutely you can. Just wrap the pie up with some plastic wrap and let it chill. When ready to serve then garnish with the sauces, pecans and whipped cream.
I used a 9″ deep dish pie plate. If your pie plate isn’t as deep you may need to mound the filling slightly. You can also use a square 9″inch pan if you want as well.
More Recipes To Try:
If you’re craving more no bake cheesecake in your life, then check out my easy no bake cheesecake recipe. It’s wonderful with my homemade strawberry topping or my blueberry topping for cheesecake. Or try this no bake tiramisu cheesecake which is so much easier than a homemade tiramisu but with all the same flavor!
And if you need another easy no bake dessert, try these peanut butter pretzel bars! Made with just 7 simple ingredients!
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No Bake Turtle Pie
Ingredients
For the crust
- 26 Oreo cookies
- 5 Tablespoons (3/4 stick, 3 ounces) unsalted butter melted
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
For the filling
- 16 ounces (2 blocks) cream cheese softened
- 1 1/3 cups (159 g) powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) heavy cream cold
- 3/4 cup caramel homemade or store-bought
- garnish: pecans, hot fudge, caramel, and whipped cream
Instructions
- To make the oreo crust: Place cookies in a food processor and pulse until the cookies have become crumbs. You can also turn the cookies into crumbs by placing the cookies into a zip-loc bag and crust them with a rolling pin. Add the melted butter and pinch of salt to the crumbs and pulse to combine. (If making without the food processor, transfer the crumbs to a bowl and stir the sugar and butter in with a fork) Using the bottom of the measuring cup, press the crumbs into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch plate. You can also use a 9-inch square pan or 9-inch springform pan. Chill the crust before filling for 30 minutes.
- To make the filling: Cream the cream cheese and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the caramel. Cream until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until soft peaks form. Then fold into the caramel filling.
- Spread the filling into the prepared Oreo crust and chill about 4 hours. Garnish: top with toasted pecan halves, hot fudge, and caramel, whipped cream!
Notes
- Pan Size: I used a 9″ deep dish pie plate. If your pie plate isn’t as deep then you may need to mound the filling slightly.
- Refrigerate the pie crust before filling at least 30 minutes
- Use softened cream cheese so its easier mixed into the sugar.
- Spray the measuring cup for the caramel with a bit of non-stick spray before measuring. This way it will release much easier!
- Make this pie the night before for an easy dessert to pull together! Do not garnish until right before serving.
I made this a couple months ago and it was a huge hit. Now wondering if I could spin some pumpkin purée in with the cream and sugar to make this thanksgiving. Or do you need to bake canned pumpkin?
Hi Chalin, no pumpkin doesn’t need to be cooked – I’ve made a no bake pumpkin dip using canned pumpkin. If you try let me know how it turns out!
and I’m so glad you loved it!!
I love Oreos and I love desserts that don’t require baking… match made in heaven. I’m sure my kids would love this pie, gonna try making it.
I love everything about this. The flavors, the simplicity of the recipe, it’s no-bake…it’s a keeper for sure!
Love this no-bake pie. Looks so delicious. Making this soon. Thanks for sharing.
I was looking for a no bake pie and this one came up–I was not disappointed! It was super quick and easy and perfect for a non baker like myself! Will be making again!
I love that this pie is no bake. That makes it such a great recipe to keep handy!
Instead of mounding the filling can you use a 10” pie pan? Can you use a store bought pie crust?Thanks
Hi Donna, yes a 10 inch pie plate with a store bought crust would be fine!
How long will this last for if I want to make ahead
Hi Andrea! One day in advance is ideal (probably ok with two) and leftovers are fine for up to 3 days after!
Thanks so much!
This pie looks really delicious! I love the addition of caramel on top. Making this next weekend, so excited!
Aw thank you Veronika! Let me know how it turns out!
Wow this cake looks so wonderful. I’m always looking for more dessert recipes to try and absolutely love this one!
Thanks Moop! Let me know how you like it!
I’ve never had turtle candy or cookies but this no bake turtle pie looks and sounds divine. Pretty easy too! Pinning for later because I so want to make this next weekend!
Thanks Jacqueline! Yes it’s a favorite in this household 🙂 Let me know how it turns out!
Our daughter made this turtle pie for our anniversary dinner. It was so good and when she told me how easy it was to make I couldn’t believe it. The taste and textures is fantastic. I’ll be making this recipe often for special occasions.
Aw that’s so sweet that she made it for you! So glad you loved it and happy anniversary!
This cheese cake combines two of my favorite flavors – cream cheese and caramel – and no-bake, to boot. Love the decadent whipped cream topping and caramel drizzles. Elegant!
Thank you Beth! Yes it’s all of my fave flavors in one pie too 🙂
Wow, this is totally my kind of dessert. It combines a few of my favourites including oreos, pecans and caramel. We’re in a national lockdown here in the UK so I could definitely do with some indulgence right now. I can’t wait to try it!
Thank you Helen! Glad I could provide a happy spot for you right now during these difficult times 🙂
Everything about this recipe is a total win! Love the Oreo crust and the filling. It’s all so perfectly put together!
Aw thank you Leslie!
I’m warning you… this cake is dangerously delicious! And it’s almost too easy to make. I’ll have to resist making it again for a little while because we ate the whole thing in just a few days. Yum! Great recipe.
Haha thanks Candice! Glad you loved it!!! And yes perhaps this pie should come with a warning 🙂
Oh boy…what a sweet treat! My birthday is coming up next month and I think this Turtle pie is winning out over birthday cake.
Thanks Bernice! And happy early Birthday!
I am practically drooling just looking at the pictures of this turtle pie! It is one of my favorite desserts, so, I know I am going to love devouring it.
Thank you! Yes let me know if you make it what you think 🙂