turtle trifle

Name: Turtle Trifle
Prep time: 3 h 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 package(s) chewy fudge brownie mix (18.3 oz), plus ingredients on package; 4 large eggs; 2 cup(s) granulated sugar; 1 1/3 cup(s) light corn syrup; 2/3 cup(s) butter, melted; 1/4 teaspoon(s) salt; 2 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract; 2 cup(s) chopped pecans; 2 cup(s) toasted whole pecans; 16 ounce(s) Cool Whip; 12 ounce(s) caramel ice cream topping

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Leah Robertson

Siloam Springs, AR

Updated on Nov 27, 2024

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.

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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

prep time 3 Hr 20 Min

cook time 40 Min

method Bake

yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 package chewy fudge brownie mix (18.3 oz), plus ingredients on package
4 large eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/3 cups light corn syrup
2/3 cup butter, melted
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups chopped pecans
2 cups toasted whole pecans
16 ounces Cool Whip
12 ounces 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.

Step 1

Bake brownies according to the directions on the box. Crumble brownies and set aside.

Step 2

Beat eggs.
Step 3

In a large saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, and eggs.
Step 4

Stir in salt, vanilla, and chopped pecans.
Step 5

Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.
Step 6

Remove from the heat and set aside to completely cool.
Step 7

Toast pecan halves and set aside to cool.
Step 8

Once everything is cool, layer 1/3 of the brownies on the bottom of a trifle dish.
Step 9

Then layer 1/3 of the cooled pecan syrup mixture.
Step 10

Then add a layer with 1/3 of the Cool Whip.
Step 11

Then drizzle 1/3 of the caramel and sprinkle 1/3 of the pecan halves.
Step 12

Repeat this 2 more times ending with the caramel and pecans on top. Chill for 2 hours before serving.
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