Description

Turtle Lush is a decadent no-bake layered dessert featuring a crunchy Oreo cookie crust, creamy sweetened cream cheese and whipped topping layer, smooth chocolate pudding, and a luscious topping of caramel sauce, chocolate syrup, and pecans. This indulgent treat is perfect for parties or any occasion when you want to impress with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Ingredients

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Crust

3 cups (about 300 grams) Oreo cookie crumbs
8 tablespoons (115 grams) unsalted butter, melted

Cream Cheese Layer

8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, softened
½ cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
8 ounces (225 grams) whipped topping, thawed

Chocolate Pudding Layer

1 package (5.9 ounces or 167 grams) instant chocolate pudding mix
3 cups (720 ml) cold milk

Topping

½ cup (120 ml) caramel sauce
¼ cup (60 ml) chocolate syrup
1 cup (120 grams) chopped pecans

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Instructions

Prepare Crust: In a medium bowl, combine the Oreo cookie crumbs with the melted butter until the mixture is well blended and resembles wet sand. Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish to form an even crust layer. Chill in the refrigerator to set while preparing the next layers.
Make Cream Cheese Layer: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped topping until the mixture is light and fluffy. Spread this cream cheese layer evenly over the chilled Oreo crust.
Prepare Chocolate Pudding: In a large bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes, or until the pudding thickens. Pour this pudding layer over the cream cheese layer, smoothing it out evenly.
Add Toppings: Drizzle the caramel sauce and chocolate syrup evenly over the pudding layer. Sprinkle the chopped pecans on top, distributing them over the surface for added crunch and flavor.
Chill Dessert: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set and chilled. This step allows the layers to meld together and creates a luscious, firm texture.
Serve: Slice into 12 servings and enjoy the rich, creamy, and crunchy layers of the Turtle Lush dessert.

Notes

Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to allow easy mixing and a smooth texture.
If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the powdered sugar slightly in the cream cheese layer.
Chilling time is crucial for the dessert to set properly; do not skip or shorten it significantly.
Substitute pecans with walnuts if desired for a different nutty flavor.
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free chocolate sandwich cookies instead of Oreos.