{"id":53940,"date":"2025-11-29T08:36:49","date_gmt":"2025-11-29T08:36:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=53940"},"modified":"2025-11-29T08:39:06","modified_gmt":"2025-11-29T08:39:06","slug":"chocolate-turtle-pie-easy-turtle-pie-filling-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/chocolate-turtle-pie-easy-turtle-pie-filling-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Decadent Chocolate Turtle Pie \u2014 Easy Turtle Pie Filling Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Chocolate Turtle Pie<\/strong> \u2014 Why this version will ruin your dessert rotation (in the best way)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love spooning caramel straight from the pot, <strong>Chocolate Turtle Pie<\/strong> is the dessert that will make you say \u201cevery day should be pie day.\u201d This recipe layers a buttery pecan cookie crust with a sticky brown-sugar caramel and finishes with a glossy two-ingredient ganache and crunchy pecans. It\u2019s rich, textural, and dangerously easy to love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below I walk you through everything \u2014 why this pie works, the ingredient logic, a step-by-step method, <strong>pro tips for perfect texture<\/strong>, variations to try, serving ideas, storage tips, and a short FAQ so you don\u2019t get stuck mid-build. Ready? Let\u2019s make something spectacular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you\u2019ll fall for this pie (fast)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This pie hits three irresistible textures: a tender, cookie-style crust; <strong>chewy, buttery caramel<\/strong>; and a silky chocolate top studded with pecan crunch. The flavors \u2014 toasted pecan, brown sugar caramel, and deep chocolate \u2014 play so nicely together they taste nostalgic and new at once.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People love it because it delivers classic candy-bar vibes (think Turtles) in pie form: <strong>familiar, comforting, and showstopping<\/strong>. It\u2019s also very adaptable \u2014 make the crust extra nutty, swap milk for dark chocolate, or jazz the caramel with a little bourbon for adults only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What makes each component important<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Crust: a pecan cookie crust provides structure and toasty flavor. It collapses a little under the caramel in the best possible way \u2014 like a tender shortbread base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Caramel: using sweetened condensed milk with butter and brown sugar gives you a fast, reliably chewy caramel that sets nicely in the fridge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ganache: a simple chocolate + cream ganache gives glossy, sliceable coverage without fuss.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pecans: roasted pecans on top add texture and a warm, nutty finish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Chocolate-Turtle-Pie-\u2014-Easy-Turtle-Pie-Filling-Recipe-2.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of a slice of Chocolate Turtle Pie showing glossy chocolate ganache, a brown-sugar caramel layer and a pecan-cookie crust.\" class=\"wp-image-53943\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Chocolate-Turtle-Pie-\u2014-Easy-Turtle-Pie-Filling-Recipe-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Chocolate-Turtle-Pie-\u2014-Easy-Turtle-Pie-Filling-Recipe-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Chocolate-Turtle-Pie-\u2014-Easy-Turtle-Pie-Filling-Recipe-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Chocolate-Turtle-Pie-\u2014-Easy-Turtle-Pie-Filling-Recipe-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredient rundown (with short notes)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>140 g (1 cup) all-purpose flour \u2014 builds structure in the cookie crust.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>50 g (\u00bc cup) granulated sugar \u2014 sweetens the crust without overpowering.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp cornflour\/cornstarch \u2014 yields a tender crumb.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>110 g (1 cup) pecans, finely chopped \u2014 <strong>fine chop = easier press<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>115 g (\u00bd cup) unsalted butter, melted \u2014 binds and gives richness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>240 ml (1 cup) sweetened condensed milk \u2014 the shortcut to chewy caramel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>90 g (\u00bd cup) brown sugar \u2014 deep, molassesy flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>60 g (\u00bc cup) unsalted butter \u2014 for the caramel\u2019s silk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pinch sea salt \u2014 balances sweetness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>225 g (1\u00bd cups) dark (or milk) chocolate, roughly chopped \u2014 use quality chocolate for the ganache.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>120 ml (\u00bd cup) heavy cream \u2014 creates that silky ganache.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>110 g (1 cup) pecans, roughly chopped \u2014 for the top crunch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-step: How to make this Chocolate Turtle Pie<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat the oven to 180\u00b0C (350\u00b0F) and grease an 8-inch pie plate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mix the dry crust ingredients: flour, sugar, cornflour, and finely chopped pecans. Pour in melted butter and stir until the mixture resembles damp sand. Press into the bottom and sides of the pie plate. Don\u2019t worry about perfect edges \u2014 a rustic look is charming.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bake the crust for ~15 minutes until the edges turn light golden.<\/strong> Let it cool 15 minutes before filling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make the caramel: in a medium saucepan over low\u2013medium heat combine sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, and butter. Stir continuously until everything melts and becomes glossy. Bring to a gentle boil and <strong>cook, stirring, 3\u20135 minutes<\/strong> until the mix thickens. Add a pinch of sea salt. Remove from heat and cool slightly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pour the caramel into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly. Chill in the fridge so it sets \u2014 <strong>6\u20138 hours or overnight<\/strong> is best.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepare the ganache: place chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Heat the cream until just simmering, pour over chocolate, let sit 30 seconds, then stir until smooth. Cool a few minutes so it thickens slightly (easier to spread).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pour the ganache over chilled caramel and spread to the edges. Scatter the roughly chopped pecans over the ganache. Return to the fridge to set (at least 2 hours).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slice, serve, and watch faces light up.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pro tips for perfect results<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Finely chop the pecans for the crust<\/strong> \u2014 this helps the crumbs bind and keeps the crust from falling apart.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stir constantly when making the caramel<\/strong> \u2014 condensed milk burns quickly if left unattended.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chill long enough.<\/strong> The caramel needs time to firm up; slicing too early gives you a sloppy pie. Overnight is ideal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For clean slices, <strong>run a sharp knife under hot water, dry, then slice; wipe and reheat the knife between cuts.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Troubleshooting (quick fixes)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If caramel stays too runny after chilling, chill longer. If it still doesn\u2019t set, stir in 1\u20132 tbsp of powdered sugar and chill.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If ganache separates, microwave 10 seconds and whisk vigorously until smooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crust too crumbly? Next time add an extra tablespoon of melted butter and press more firmly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations to try (fun and simple)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bourbon boost:<\/strong> add 1\u20132 tbsp bourbon to the caramel for a warm, grown-up depth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pretzel twist:<\/strong> swap half the crust crumbs with crushed pretzels for a salty-sweet crunch (inspired by <strong>Pecan Pie With Pretzel Crust Recipe<\/strong> ideas).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No-bake shortcut:<\/strong> press pre-made pecan cookie crumbs into the pan and skip the bake \u2014 you\u2019ll get a <strong>Turtle Pie No Bake<\/strong> friendly version.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bourbon pecan cookie crust:<\/strong> make a <strong>Bourbon Pecan Pie Cookie Crust<\/strong> by adding 1 tbsp bourbon to your crust mix. It\u2019s a subtle, terrific upgrade.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Milk chocolate or layered chocolate:<\/strong> use milk chocolate in the ganache for a sweeter finish or swirl dark and milk chocolate for visual drama.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serving suggestions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Serve slightly chilled with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of warm caramel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Garnish with flaky sea salt to heighten the sweet\/salty contrast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make mini versions in tartlet pans for parties. These mini <strong>Turtle Pies<\/strong> vanish fast.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage &amp; make-ahead tips<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make the pie up to 48 hours ahead; keep tightly covered in the fridge. It actually gets better the next day as the flavors meld.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Freeze slices wrapped in plastic and foil for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge before serving.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leftover slices keep 4\u20135 days chilled \u2014 if you like softer caramel, leave them at room temperature 10\u201315 minutes before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Chocolate-Turtle-Pie-\u2014-Easy-Turtle-Pie-Filling-Recipe-3.webp\" alt=\"Close-up of a slice of Chocolate Turtle Pie showing glossy chocolate ganache, a brown-sugar caramel layer and a pecan-cookie crust.\" class=\"wp-image-53944\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Chocolate-Turtle-Pie-\u2014-Easy-Turtle-Pie-Filling-Recipe-3.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Chocolate-Turtle-Pie-\u2014-Easy-Turtle-Pie-Filling-Recipe-3-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Chocolate-Turtle-Pie-\u2014-Easy-Turtle-Pie-Filling-Recipe-3-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Chocolate-Turtle-Pie-\u2014-Easy-Turtle-Pie-Filling-Recipe-3-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why this recipe works (science + taste)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The crust\u2019s slight chew and butteriness contrast with the caramel\u2019s dense chew and the ganache\u2019s creaminess. Brown sugar and condensed milk provide both caramelized sugar notes and a sticky network that sets when chilled. Toasted pecans add aromatic oils that cut through the sugar and chocolate \u2014 the result reads balanced rather than cloying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common FAQs<\/h3>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1764404769280\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I use store-bought crust?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. A good store cookie crust speeds things up, but homemade pecan crumb crust adds superior flavor.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1764404777225\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I make this into a <strong>Turtle Pie No Bake<\/strong>?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely \u2014 use pressed pecan cookie crumbs chilled to set and make the caramel on the stovetop; chill the assembled pie until firm.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1764404784088\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is there an easier caramel option?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can use high-quality jarred caramel sauce in a pinch, but the sweetened condensed milk method gives authentic chew and depth.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1764404795189\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do I get perfectly glossy ganache?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Use good chocolate, heat the cream just to simmer, and don\u2019t overheat. Stir patiently, and it will shine.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pantry swaps &amp; allergy notes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nut allergy? Use toasted sunflower seeds in the crust and on top for crunch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dairy-free? Try coconut condensed milk and coconut cream for the caramel and ganache; texture will differ but flavor can still sing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Want more chocolate? Double the ganache and pour a second cooled layer for an ultra-decadent top.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">My favourite tweaks (because I can\u2019t help myself)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add a <strong>tiny pinch of espresso powder<\/strong> to the ganache to deepen the chocolate flavor without tasting like coffee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sprinkle a few crunchy <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/chewy-butterscotch-toffee-cookie-bars-the-best-toffee-cookies-recipe\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"887\">toffee bits<\/a> on top for extra snap.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make individual tartlets and pipe caramel decoratively before the ganache. Perfect for dinner parties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts \u2014 the kind of pie you\u2019ll keep making<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This <strong>Turtle Pie Filling Recipe<\/strong> and build-from-scratch approach produces something seriously memorable: deep, buttery caramel, toasty pecan base, and glossy chocolate. It reads like a recipe you\u2019d pull out for holidays, birthdays, or any night you want to impress without complicated technique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want the shortcut route, do a <strong>Turtle <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/cozy-espresso-custard-pie-a-top-pick-among-autumn-pies\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"886\">Pie Recipe Easy<\/a><\/strong> version: pre-made cookie crust, jarred caramel, and store ganache. Still delicious, totally valid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re in the mood to go full baker, follow the steps above, give the caramel time to set, and enjoy every sticky, nutty, chocolatey bite. This is a <strong>Turtle <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/amish-peanut-butter-pie-classic-amish-pie-with-creamy\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"888\">Pie Recipe<\/a> From Scratch<\/strong> that rewards patience and tastes like a small slice of heaven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hungry yet? Go make it. Share a photo, then make another one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FYI \u2014 if you want, I can turn this into a printable recipe card with exact metric conversions, or a scaled-down 4-inch tart version. 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data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-yield\"><span data-amount=\"12\">12<\/span> servings <span class=\"tasty-recipes-yield-scale\"><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span>x<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"category\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-folder\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCategory:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-category\">Dessert<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-button-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<a class=\"button tasty-recipes-print-button tasty-recipes-no-print\" href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/chocolate-turtle-pie-easy-turtle-pie-filling-recipe\/print\/53941\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"\">\n\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-print\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-print\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\tPrint Recipe<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/header>\n\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-content\">\n\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Description<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"327\">This indulgent Turtle Pie layers a buttery pecan-cookie base with a sticky brown-sugar caramel, finishes with a silky chocolate ganache and a shower of chopped pecans. It\u2019s simple to make and even better chilled overnight.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-clipboard-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-units-scale-container\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-label\">Scale<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button tasty-recipes-scale-button-active\" data-amount=\"1\" type=\"button\">1x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"2\" type=\"button\">2x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"3\" 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data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 cup<\/span>) pecans, finely chopped<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194b3\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194b3\" aria-label=\"115 g (\u00bd cup \/ 1 stick) unsalted butter, melted\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194b3\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"115\" data-unit=\"g\">115 g<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">\u00bd cup<\/span> \/ 1 stick) unsalted butter, melted<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For the brown-sugar caramel<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194ba\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194ba\" aria-label=\"240 ml (1 cup) sweetened condensed milk\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194ba\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"240\">240<\/span> ml 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class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194cd\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194cd\" aria-label=\"Pinch of sea salt\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194cd\"><\/label><\/span>Pinch of sea salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For the chocolate ganache &amp; topping<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194d4\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194d4\" aria-label=\"225 g (1\u00bd cups) chocolate (dark or milk), roughly chopped\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194d4\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"225\" data-unit=\"g\">225 g<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"1.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\u00bd cups<\/span>) chocolate (dark or milk), roughly chopped<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194da\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194da\" aria-label=\"120 ml (\u00bd cup) heavy or thickened cream\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194da\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"120\">120<\/span> ml (\u00bd cup) heavy or thickened cream<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194e1\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194e1\" aria-label=\"110 g (1 cup) pecans, coarsely chopped\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f352fb194e1\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"110\" data-unit=\"g\">110 g<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 cup<\/span>) pecans, coarsely chopped<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS--><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div 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Preheat the oven to 180\u00b0C (350\u00b0F) \u2014 or 160\u00b0C (320\u00b0F) if using a fan oven. Lightly grease an 8-inch pie plate or line it with parchment.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\">Make the crust mixture. In a bowl combine the flour, sugar and cornstarch. Stir in the finely chopped pecans, then pour over the melted butter. Mix until the dry ingredients are fully moistened and the texture resembles damp sand.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\">Form and bake the crust. Press the pecan-crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of the pie plate (use the back of a spoon or a measuring cup to compact it). Bake for about 15 minutes, until the rim shows a light golden color. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10\u201315 minutes.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\">Cook the caramel. While the crust cools, combine the sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar and butter in a medium saucepan over low\u2013medium heat. Stir gently until everything melts and becomes smooth. Keep cooking for another 3\u20135 minutes while stirring, until the mixture thickens slightly and the sugar dissolves. Take off the heat, stir in the pinch of salt, and allow the caramel to cool briefly.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\">Assemble caramel layer. Pour the warm caramel into the baked crust, smoothing it to an even layer. Transfer the pie to the refrigerator so the caramel can firm up.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\">Prepare the ganache. Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Bring the cream just to a simmer, then pour it over the chocolate. Let sit for 30 seconds, then whisk until the ganache is glossy and smooth. Allow it to cool a few minutes so it\u2019s easier to spread.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\">Top and chill. Spread the ganache over the set caramel, reaching the edges. Scatter the coarsely chopped pecans across the surface. Return the pie to the fridge and chill for at least 6 hours \u2014 overnight is best \u2014 until fully set.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\">Serve. Slice cold and enjoy. For cleaner slices, warm a chef\u2019s knife under hot water, dry it, then slice; wipe the blade between cuts.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Notes<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li>Don\u2019t rush cooling: the caramel needs proper chill time to hold a clean slice.<\/li>\n<li>Chocolate choice matters: use good quality chocolate for the ganache \u2014 it makes a big difference.<\/li>\n<li>Make-ahead friendly: assemble the pie a day ahead; it keeps beautifully in the fridge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t<footer class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-footer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-instagram\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-instagram\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-copy\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-heading-color.color h3-transform.text-transform footer-heading.innerText\">Did you make this recipe?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-description-color.color footer-description.innerHTML\"><p>Share a photo and tag us \u2014 we can&#8217;t wait to see what you&#8217;ve made!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/footer>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-base-3-color\"><strong>Keywords included:<\/strong> <strong>Chocolate Turtle Pie<\/strong>, <strong>Turtle Pie Filling Recipe<\/strong>, <strong>Turtle Pie Recipe From Scratch<\/strong>, <strong>Turtle Pie Recipe Easy<\/strong>, <strong>Turtle Pie No Bake<\/strong>, <strong>Bourbon Pecan Pie Cookie Crust<\/strong>, <strong>Turtle Pie Filling<\/strong>, <strong>Pecan Pie With Pretzel Crust Recipe<\/strong>, <strong>Turtle Pies<\/strong>.<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chocolate Turtle Pie \u2014 Why this version will ruin your dessert rotation (in the best way) If you love spooning caramel straight from the pot, Chocolate Turtle Pie is the dessert that will make you say \u201cevery day should be pie day.\u201d This recipe layers a buttery pecan cookie crust with a sticky brown-sugar caramel &#8230; <a title=\"Decadent Chocolate Turtle Pie \u2014 Easy Turtle Pie Filling Recipe\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/chocolate-turtle-pie-easy-turtle-pie-filling-recipe\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about Decadent Chocolate Turtle Pie \u2014 Easy Turtle Pie Filling Recipe\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":53942,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[89],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-53940","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dessert","infinite-scroll-item","resize-featured-image"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/53940","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=53940"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/53940\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":53947,"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/53940\/revisions\/53947"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/53942"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=53940"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=53940"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=53940"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}