Caramel Oreo Pie With Salted Chocolate Turtle RecipeABy Ashton · Updated June 19, 20265.01 review·Total 5 hr·Serves 8 ServingsJump to Recipe Save Pin Add to Google posted by Ashton on June 19, 2026 This Caramel Oreo Pie is melt-in-your-mouth good — and honestly, it might just be the best pie I’ve ever made. No joke! Dixie Crystals sponsors this post. All thoughts and opinions are my own. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT ALL OF MY RECIPES ON THE DIXIE CRYSTALS WEBSITE! If you like chocolate pie recipes like this Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie, you are going to LOVE this caramel oreo pie. From the easy oreo crust to the homemade caramel sauce and that rich chocolate ganache topping, you’ll savor each and every bite. And you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how simple this made-from-scratch caramel filling really is. No candy thermometer needed here — I promise! What’s in This Caramel Oreo Pie? Okay, let’s talk ingredients — because this list is so short and so beautiful that you’ll literally want to run to your local grocery store right now. We’re talking Oreo cookies, melted butter, brown sugar, a cup of heavy whipping cream, and dark chocolate. That’s basically it! No egg yolks, no corn syrup drama, no fancy equipment like a spring form pan or tart pan required. Just pure, gooey caramel goodness in a chocolate cookie crust. The buttery caramel layer alone is worth every single minute of your time, and the colour contrast between the caramel layer and that dark melted chocolate ganache on top is absolutely stunning. Be still my heart! 😍 You can absolutely swap in golden oreos for a golden oreo crust if you want a slightly lighter base, or try a graham cracker crust if that’s what you’ve got. I also love this with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt or coarse sea salt right on top of the ganache — it makes the whole thing taste like those little turtle candies you can’t stop eating at the holiday season. 🐢 Oreo cookies butter Dixie Crystals Light Brown Sugar Heavy Cream dark chocolate More Delicious Pies from Swanky Brownie Pie A flaky, buttery crust filled with a gooey, fudgy brownie. This simple Brownie Pie is exactly what your Thanksgiving needs! Get the Recipe Turtle Pie This Turtle Pie has a buttery graham cracker crust, a homemade caramel pecan filling, and a layer of rich ganache on top. A must make this holiday season! Get Recipe Strawberry Pie A homemade strawberry pie filling is easier than you think! And SO good 🙂 Get the Recipe Oreo Pecan Pie Bars No bake pecan pie filling spread over a simple Oreo crust. These Oreo Pecan Pie Bars are a fun and EASY twist on a Thanksgiving classic! Get the Recipe Sugar Cream Pie This Sugar Cream Pie (aka, Hoosier Pie) is quick and easy, because you cook the filling on the stovetop before baking. It doesn’t take long to set, and you can eat it warm or chilled! Plus, that crackly cinnamon sugar topping is LIFE. Get Recipe Save this recipe for later: Save Pin Add to Google How to Make Caramel Oreo Pie Make the Oreo Cookie Crust This is honestly my favorite part — the easy oreo crust comes together so fast! Toss your Oreo cookies into a large food processor and pulse until you get fine crumbs. Mix those crumbs with melted butter and press the mixture firmly into your pie pan. A rolling pin works great for pressing it even if you don’t have a flat-bottomed glass. You can also use a springform pan or a pie pan — either works! Pop it in the oven for 8-10 minutes to set. That perfectly crisp oreo cookie crust is the base of all our dreams, you guys. 🙌 Make the Caramel Filling Now for the most incredible topping — wait, I mean filling! Ha. Add your brown sugar and a cup heavy whipping cream to a medium saucepan (or small saucepan works too for smaller batches) over medium heat. Stir, stir, stir — do NOT walk away! You want this buttery caramel to reach the perfect consistency, which takes just a few minutes. Keep the heat at medium, not high heat, so nothing scorches. Once it’s thick and gooey and smells absolutely heavenly, remove from the heat and let the cool caramel rest a few minutes before pouring. This homemade caramel sauce is SO much better than anything store-bought — it’s that ingredient caramel sauce moment you’ll never go back from. If you love caramel this much, you also have to check out my Honey Custard Pie Recipe With Salted High Notes — another dreamy pie situation! 🍮 Pour the Filling Into the Crust and Chill Pour that gorgeous caramel pecan layer — or just plain caramel layer if you’re skipping pecans — right into your cooled pie crust. This is where the turtle pie magic really happens! Now here’s the next step: patience. 😅 You need to chill this pie for at least 2-3 hours before adding the ganache, or even better, make this the next day. It slices into the most beautiful small slices and holds together perfectly when fully chilled. If you want to speed things up, pop it in the freezer for about 45 minutes. The caramel cream pie filling will be set, firm, and absolutely ready for its chocolate moment. Want more no-fuss chocolate dessert ideas? My French Silk Pie Bars are a great addition to any dessert table too! Make the Rich Chocolate Ganache The best part? This ganache is SO easy. Place chocolate chips (dark chocolate, please — this is not the time for milk chocolate 😂) in a large bowl. Heat your cup of heavy whipping cream in a small saucepan over low heat until just simmering — not boiling! Pour it over the chips and let it sit for two minutes, then stir until you have silky, shiny melted chocolate. This rich chocolate ganache is what takes our chocolate caramel pie from good to absolutely ah-mazing. For dairy-free friends, Silk plant based half or Silk dairy free heavy cream works beautifully as a ratio sub here — totally free substitutions that won’t sacrifice flavor! Spread the Ganache, Chill, and Serve! Use a hand mixer or just a spatula to spread that cooled ganache evenly over your set caramel layer. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, a few crushed Oreo cookies, or even some pecan pieces for a full-on turtle pie vibe. Refrigerate until firm, then slice into small slices and serve with a big cloud of whipped cream on top — or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if you’re feeling extra. (Always be feeling extra.) This is hands-down the best pie for the holiday season, but honestly? Last week I made it on a random Tuesday and had zero regrets. I literally can’t even. 😍 You have to make this! More Swanky Chocolate and Caramel Desserts Caramel Potato Chip Fudge Get the Recipe Caramel Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies Perfect chocolate chip cookies with gooey, soft caramel centers. Get the Recipe Salted Caramel and Chocolate Covered Cheesecake My new favorite 3-step cheesecake covered in chocolate, stuffed with salted caramel, and sprinkled with toffee. Get the Recipe Salted Caramel Brownies Fudgy brownies studded with chocolate chips and topped with caramel and a sprinkling of sea salt. Get the Recipe Samoas Popcorn Get the Recipe Save this recipe for later: Save Pin Add to Google Ready to Make This Caramel Oreo Pie? This chocolate caramel pie is a total showstopper that requires just a handful of pantry staples and a surprisingly easy baking experience from start to finish. It’s the kind of chocolate dessert that earns you actual applause at the dinner table — trust me on that. 🙌 Whether you’re a total beginner or an experienced baker, this recipe is foolproof and so worth every step. Looking for more indulgent inspiration? My Pecan Pie Balls are another no-fuss crowd-pleaser, and this pie would be right at home alongside a classic Honey Apple Pie at any gathering. Now go make this pie — you deserve it! 💛 CLICK OVER TO DIXIE CRYSTALS TO GET THIS RECIPE Caramel Oreo Pie Recipe Yield: 8 Servings Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Chill Time: 4 hours Save this recipe for later: Save Pin Add to Google This no-bake Caramel Oreo Pie is the ultimate crowd-pleasing dessert, featuring a crunchy Oreo cookie crust, a silky smooth caramel cream cheese filling, and a generous cloud of whipped cream on top. It comes together in under 30 minutes and chills in the fridge, making it the perfect make-ahead treat for parties, holidays, or any time you need a show-stopping slice. Print Ingredients For the Oreo Crust 24 Oreo cookies (whole, filling included) 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted For the Caramel Filling 8 oz cream cheese, softened 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade), plus more for drizzling 1 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1½ cups heavy whipping cream, divided For the Topping Extra caramel drizzle Crushed Oreos or whole mini Oreos for garnish Flaky sea salt (optional but highly recommended) Instructions Add the Oreos to a food processor and pulse until you have fine crumbs. Pour in the melted butter and pulse again until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Pop it in the freezer for 15 minutes to set.Using a hand mixer or stand mixer with the whisk attachment, beat 1½ cups of heavy cream on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form. Set aside about 1 cup of the whipped cream for the topping. You'll fold the rest into the filling.In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the caramel sauce, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, and beat until fully combined and creamy. Gently fold in the remaining whipped cream (not the reserved cup) until just incorporated — try to keep it light and airy.Pour the caramel filling into your chilled Oreo crust and spread it into an even layer. Drizzle generously with caramel sauce.Dollop or pipe the reserved whipped cream over the top. Add another caramel drizzle, sprinkle with crushed Oreos, and finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt if desired.Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results. The filling firms up beautifully and the flavors meld together perfectly. Notes Make it ahead: This pie is even better the next day, making it a perfect prep-ahead dessert for parties or holidays. Homemade caramel: A simple stovetop caramel with butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream takes this pie to the next level. Storage: Keep leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze it: You can also freeze this pie for up to 1 month — let it thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
