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No Bake Turtle Lush Recipe

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No Bake Turtle Lush is a decadent layered dessert featuring a crushed Oreo cookie crust, creamy sweetened cream cheese filling, smooth chocolate pudding, rich caramel sauce, and crunchy chopped pecans. This easy-to-make, no-bake treat is perfect for any occasion, layering luscious flavors and textures in a 9×13 inch pan and chilling to set for a delicious crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 24 Oreo Cookies (Crushed)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted Butter (Melted)

Cream Cheese Layer

  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese (Softened)
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar (Adjust to taste)
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip or Whipped Cream

Chocolate Pudding Layer

  • 1 package Chocolate Pudding Mix (3.9 oz)
  • 2 cups Milk (Dairy or non-dairy)

Toppings

  • 1/2 cup Caramel Sauce (Store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans (Or walnuts, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs and mix them thoroughly with melted unsalted butter. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan to form an even crust layer. Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for about 15 minutes to set the crust firmly.
  2. Make cream cheese filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese together with powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the Cool Whip or whipped cream until well combined. Spread this creamy layer evenly over the chilled Oreo crust in the pan.
  3. Prepare chocolate pudding: In a separate bowl, whisk together the chocolate pudding mix and milk according to the package instructions until thickened. Carefully pour and spread this chocolate pudding layer evenly over the cream cheese filling, smoothing the surface for an even layer.
  4. Add caramel layer: Drizzle a generous amount of caramel sauce evenly over the chocolate pudding layer, allowing it to flow into crevices to create a luscious, glossy finish.
  5. Top with pecans: Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the caramel layer, adding a crunchy texture that complements the creamy layers below.
  6. Chill: Cover the assembled dish securely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours, preferably overnight. This resting period allows all the flavors to meld beautifully and the layers to set perfectly before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute walnuts for pecans based on preference or availability.
  • Use either dairy or non-dairy milk to accommodate dietary needs.
  • Adjust powdered sugar amount in the cream cheese layer to your preferred level of sweetness.
  • For a firmer crust, press the Oreo and butter mixture down tightly and chill thoroughly before adding layers.
  • This dessert is best served cold, straight from the refrigerator.

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