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turtle trifle

(3 ratings)
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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Leah Robertson
@keepinitreal
Siloam Springs, AR

This recipe is so good and rich! It is a fave among my husband's co-workers. They say I can send this to work with him anytime, no special occasion is needed.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

While this turtle trifle takes a little prep work, it's an impressive dessert that's easy to make. Rich and decadent, it's full of brownies and a homemade "turtle" filling. There are big chunks of pecans for a nice crunch and extra nutty flavor. Light and fluffy whipped topping separates each layer. This makes a large trifle, so it's a good dessert if you're feeding a crowd.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(3 ratings)
yield 12 serving(s)
prep time 3 Hr 20 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For turtle trifle

  • 1 pkg
    chewy fudge brownie mix (18.3 oz), plus ingredients on pacakge
  • 4 lg
    eggs
  • 2 c
    granulated sugar
  • 1 1/3 c
    light corn syrup
  • 2/3 c
    butter, melted
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 2 tsp
    vanilla extract
  • 2 c
    chopped pecans
  • 2 c
    toasted whole pecans
  • 16 oz
    Cool Whip
  • 12 oz
    caramel ice cream topping

How To Make turtle trifle

Test Kitchen Tips
Make sure the cooked pecan syrup is completely cooled or it will melt the whipped topping.
  • Baked brownies cooling.
    1
    Bake brownies according to the directions on the box. Crumble brownies and set aside.
  • Beat eggs.
    2
    Beat eggs.
  • In a large saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, and eggs.
    3
    In a large saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, and eggs.
  • Stir in salt, vanilla, and chopped pecans.
    4
    Stir in salt, vanilla, and chopped pecans.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer.
    5
    Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Remove from the heat and set aside to completely cool.
    6
    Remove from the heat and set aside to completely cool.
  • Toast pecan halves and set aside to cool.
    7
    Toast pecan halves and set aside to cool.
  • Layer 1/3 of the brownies on the bottom of a trifle dish.
    8
    Once everything is cool, layer 1/3 of the brownies on the bottom of a trifle dish.
  • Layer 1/3 of the cooled pecan syrup mixture.
    9
    Then layer 1/3 of the cooled pecan syrup mixture.
  • Layer with 1/3 of the Cool Whip.
    10
    Then add a layer with 1/3 of the Cool Whip.
  • Drizzle 1/3 of the caramel and sprinkle 1/3 of the pecan halves.
    11
    Then drizzle 1/3 of the caramel and sprinkle 1/3 of the pecan halves.
  • Repeat layers ending with the caramel and pecans.
    12
    Repeat this 2 more times ending with the caramel and pecans on top. Chill for 2 hours before serving.
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