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This Turtle Cheesecake Trifle is filled with layers of caramel, chocolate, pecans, no bake cheesecake, and delicious pound cake!

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I am totally in love with this trifle you guys! Trifles are pretty much the EASIEST dessert ever and they are always show stoppers. Layered desserts always have that WOW factor that makes them great for get togethers and parties. Or, if you just feel like making something special!

This trifle is something special for sure. I started with pound cake and then layered on the turtle goodness in the form of caramel, chocolate, chopped pecans and no bake cheesecake.

Yeah. It just doesn’t get any better.

This Turtle Cheesecake Trifle is filled with layers of caramel, chocolate, pecans, no bake cheesecake, and delicious pound cake! | MomOnTimeout.com #PoundCakeDay

The pound cake provides the perfect base for this trifle. It’s super moist and dense enough that it can hold it’s own when it’s topped with layers and layers of ooey, gooey awesomeness. It layers so perfectly and I love using Sara Lee pound cakes because they are SO convenient and delicious! When I’m making a trifle, I want it to be quick and easy – no fuss.

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I used caramel ice cream topping and hot fudge sauce in between each layer. I just drizzled it on, and then sprinkled on the chopped pecans. The pecans provide texture, crunch, and interest to this trifle. YUM!

Next is that ultra-creamy cheesecake layer that just melts in your mouth with each bite. I didn’t sweeten it too much because it’s somewhat drenched in caramel and fudge sauce. Perfection.

Layer after layer until we reach the top…

Some pretty drizzles of caramel and fudge and then a final smattering of pecans…voila!

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Now comes the best part…time to eat!

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How To Make Turtle Cheesecake Trifle

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Turtle Cheesecake Trifle

This Turtle Cheesecake Trifle is filled with layers of caramel, chocolate, pecans, no bake cheesecake, and delicious pound cake!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword turtle cheesecake trifle
Prep Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 16
Calories 454kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

  • 32 oz Sara Lee Pound Cake 2 cakes - freezer section
  • 8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese 3 package - softened
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 12 oz Cool Whip
  • 2 cups pecans chopped
  • 10 oz caramel ice cream topping
  • 10 oz hot fudge ice cream topping

Instructions

  • Beat cream cheese until light and fluffy.
  • Add in vanilla and sugar and continue beating until well combined.
  • Gently fold in Cool Whip.
  • Cut pound cakes into cubes.

Layer the trifle as follows:

  • Single layer of pound cake cubes, drizzle caramel and hot fudge on top of pound cake, sprinkle pecans, cheesecake, drizzle caramel and hot fudge, sprinkle pecans.
  • Repeat 3 times.
  • Chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 454kcal | Carbohydrates: 75g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 509mg | Potassium: 230mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 226IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 2mg

Turtle Cheesecake Trifle - Layers of caramel, chocolate, pecans, no bake cheesecake, and pound cake!

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Comments

  44. C. says

    My favorite way to enjoy pound cake is just a basic cake. Nothing fancy I know but it’s a classic and I love it with vanilla frosting the most.

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  50. Susan Christy says

    I like pound cake covered with chocolate frosting from that can I have hidden in the back of the fridge.

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  52. Kim Potts says

    My favorite way to enjoy pound cake is in my tummy, lol. Love pound cake with strawberries and cool whip on a sunny spring day after enjoying a cook out with the family. Yummy!

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  60. Julie Wood says

    My favorite way to use Sara Lee pound cake is to use the recipe called S’mores Pound Cake Squares! The recipe is on Sara Lee’s Dessert page and it is so good!

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  65. Wild Orchid says

    I love to eat it as a base for strawberry shortcake!

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

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  69. Julie says

    It’s really delicious just by itself, but I love making strawberry shortcake – lots of strawberries and fresh homemade whipped cream!

    Reply

  72. Alison C says

    I love pound cake with strawberries and whipped cream.
    Thanks for the chance to win!
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  74. MaryB says

    I love grilling pound cake slices and then topping with some grated dark chocolate and a toasted marshmallow for a twist on S’mores.

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  105. Susan M. says

    As a base for strawberry shortcake – fresh strawberries and homemade whipped cream = YUM!

    Thanks so much for the opportunity!

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  106. linda says

    Plain with coffee on the side. Grew up in the South where a pound cake tends to sit on the counter “for company” and is brought out along with some fresh brewed coffee to welcome anyone. It is nearly an insult in the South to have someone visit and NOT have a cake (or at least a pie!) to serve.

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  113. June Lisle says

    I love my pound cake with strawberries and whipped cream but am happy to eat it plain or with other toppings.

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  116. Kim Henrichs says

    I like it cubed up with fresh in-season peaches and homemade whipped cream, maybe a little cinnamon on top or a bit of almond liqueur!

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