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No Bake Turtle Lasagna
Caroline

No Bake Turtle Lasagna

A rich no-bake dessert layered with graham crackers, creamy cheesecake filling, chocolate pudding, caramel sauce, and crunchy pecans. This turtle-inspired lasagna is easy, indulgent, and perfect for make-ahead entertaining.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package graham crackers
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1 package chocolate pudding mix
  • 3 cups milk
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 container whipped topping

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • measuring cups
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk chocolate pudding mix with milk until thickened.
  3. Arrange a single layer of graham crackers in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  4. Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the graham crackers, followed by half of the chocolate pudding.
  5. Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the pudding and sprinkle with half of the chopped pecans.
  6. Repeat layers using remaining graham crackers, cream cheese mixture, pudding, caramel sauce, and pecans.
  7. Finish with an even layer of whipped topping. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Dark chocolate pudding enhances richness and reduces sweetness
  • Chilling is essential for proper structure and clean slices
  • Add extra caramel drizzle and pecans just before serving for presentation
  • Dessert slices best when fully chilled