Caramel pecan is a match made in heaven! Give this classic combo a try in cookie, cheesecake, brownie and dessert bar form.
18 Caramel Pecan Desserts You’ll Go Nuts Over
Updated on Feb. 13, 2024
Layered Turtle Cheesecake
After receiving a request for a special turtle cheesecake and not finding a good recipe, I created my own. Everyone is thrilled with the results and this cheesecake remains a favorite at the coffee shop where I work. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
Love turtles? Try these turtle-inspired recipes.
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2/18
Caramel-Pecan Apple Pie
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You'll love the smell in your kitchen—and the smiles on everybody's faces—when you make this scrumptious caramel apple pie recipe. It takes me back home to Virginia, to my granny's table. —Jean Castro, Phoenix, Arizona
3/18
Praline Ice Cream
Total Time
50 min
Servings
about 1-1/2 quarts ice cream (2-1/2 cups sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
If you’re a caramel lover, you’ll want to try this homemade praline ice cream topped with a rich caramel sauce. I’ve made this recipe for many ice cream socials at church. —Julia Register, Huntersville, North Carolina
4/18
Homemade Turtle Candies
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I am a self-taught candy maker through trial and error. This turtle candy recipe is a favorite of friends and family. —Carole Wiese, New Berlin, Wisconsin
5/18
Pecan Cheesecake Pie
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In fall or at any time of year, this nutty, rich and delicious pecan pie recipe is one I'm proud to serve. While it seems very special, the caramel pecan cheesecake is a snap to make. —Becky Ruff, Monona, Iowa
6/18
Oatmeal Cookie Bars
Total Time
50 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These bars make an excellent fall dessert. We like to warm individual servings in the microwave and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. It quickly became a family favorite; maybe it'll become one of your family's, too. —Carol Stuber, Osawatomie, Kansas
7/18
Chocolate Caramel Wafers
Total Time
30 min
Servings
7 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
To keep my holiday cooking quick, I've come to rely on fast recipes like this one. The crunchy-chewy tidbits are our youngster's favorite.
8/18
Caramel Cheesecake
Total Time
55 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The gooey caramel on top really makes this cheesecake. It's definitely a family favorite. —Rena Fields, Sackets Harbor, New York
9/18
Chocolate Caramel Pecan Cookies
Total Time
35 min
Servings
5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my favorite recipe for bake sales and bazaars. Each delightfully sweet chocolate cookie has a fun caramel surprise in the middle, thanks to Rolo candy. Dipped in pecans before baking, they look so nice that they sell in a hurry. —Melissa Vannoy, Childress, Texas
10/18
Sauteed Apples
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a sweet side dish my family loves. You can use it to top pancakes or French toast, but it’s wonderful with pork or chicken too. —Shirley Heston, Pickerington, Ohio
11/18
Heavenly Praline Cake
Total Time
1 hour 40 min
Servings
16 servings (5 cups candied pecans)
From the Recipe Creator:
A moist cake and generous frosting are filled with the fabulous flavor of caramel. The candied pecans are almost a dessert by themselves!—Jennifer Rodriguez, Midland, Texas
12/18
Caramel Pecan Shortbread
Total Time
45 min
Servings
about 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandchildren look for Grandma's "candy bar cookies" every Christmas. I recommend doubling the recipe for these sweet treats because they go so fast. —Dorothy Buiter, Worth, Illinois
13/18
Caramel Pecan Ice Cream Dessert
Total Time
35 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother passed this old-time recipe on to me because she knew I'd want to make it. I love desserts—especially this one! —Mary Wright, Morriston, Ontario
14/18
Caramel Apple Cupcakes
Total Time
45 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Bring these extra special cupcakes to your next event and watch how quickly they disappear! With a caramel topping and spice cake base, they're the perfect mix of two favorite fall treats. —Diane Halferty, Corpus Christi, Texas
15/18
Pecan Caramel Candies
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Salty and sweet, these candies are the perfect little snack. Form a kitchen assembly line with your kids, and the making becomes just as fun as the eating. —Julie Wemhoff, Angola, Indiana
16/18
Turtle Cookies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
5 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Our special education class developed these fudgy turtle cookies. We have a cookie club teachers can pay to join, and members give this cookie two thumbs up. —Debbie Ethridge, Bentonville, Arkansas
17/18
Turtle Tart with Caramel Sauce
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Between the creamy chocolate filling, crunchy nut crust and gooey caramel sauce, this tart has a whole lot to love. Plus, you can make it two to three days in advance. One of my daughters even asks for this instead of cake on her birthday. —Leah Davis, Morrow, Ohio
18/18
Caramel Pecan Pie
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is hands down the best pecan pie—it’s so good, it’s scary! I’m making it for Thanksgiving because there will be others around to share it with me. Here’s the trick: Toss the bag of caramels to your kid or spouse and promise they can eat whatever is left after they unwrap your 36 caramels. —Larry Crowder, Grand Blanc, Michigan
