no bake turtle mini cheese cakes

Ingredients

– 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
– 12 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup chopped pecans
– 1 cup caramel sauce
– 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet)
– Whipped cream and additional pecans for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a mini muffin tin (12 cups).
2. Prepare the cheesecake mixture: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the granulated sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
3. Assemble the cheesecakes: Divide the cheesecake mixture evenly among the muffin cups. Top each cheesecake with a few chopped pecans.
4. Refrigerate: Refrigerate the cheesecakes for at least 4 hours or overnight.
5. Add the caramel and chocolate: Drizzle the caramel sauce over the cheesecakes, followed by the melted chocolate chips.
6. Garnish: Garnish with whipped cream and additional pecans, if desired.
7. Serve: Serve chilled and enjoy!