Irresistible Frozen Turtle Pie

With layers of gooey caramel, silky chocolate pudding, and crunchy pecans tucked into a chocolate cookie crust, this Frozen Turtle Pie is the kind of dessert you’ll want tucked in your freezer for surprise guests or those late-night cravings.

What Makes This No-Bake Pie a Must-Try

If you’re a fan of turtle candies, this Frozen Turtle Pie is about to become one of your favorite desserts. This recipe checks all the boxes for a crowd-pleasing, low-effort dessert. To start, there’s absolutely no baking involved! Just mix, layer, and freeze. It’s the perfect make-ahead treat to keep in your freezer for when company drops by or the sweet tooth kicks in.

And if you’re looking to cut back on sugar, all you gotta do is swap in sugar-free pudding and light whipped topping, and you’ve got a lighter version that still tastes every bit as rich and indulgent!

Now you might be wondering what other delicious treats you can make without having to turn on the oven. You’ll definitely want to check out our No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake!

What You’ll Need to Make Frozen Turtle Pie

Caramel Topping
Sugar-Free Chocolate Pudding (small box)
Whipped Topping
Milk
Pecans
Chocolate Shell
Chocolate Pie Crust

Optional: For a homemade crunchy Oreo crust, crush Oreo cookies into a fine crumb using a rolling pin or food processor, then mix with melted butter and press into a pie plate or springform pan. Freeze to set. You can use the leftover Oreos to whip up some Oreo Brownies!

How to Make Frozen Turtle Pie

Step 1: Make the Pudding Base

In a large mixing bowl, combine your milk and chocolate pudding mix. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and thickened, or about 2 minutes.

Add the tub of whipped topping and gently fold until it’s fully incorporated. You should have a smooth, fluffy chocolate filling that holds soft peaks.

whipped pie filling for frozen turtle pie

Lighter Option: Try using sugar-free pudding and light Cool Whip. It will still have sugar, but it will have a whole lot less, and this Frozen Turtle Pie is no less decadent because of it!

Step 2: Layer the Pie

Pour the caramel sauce into your chocolate cookie crust. Tilt gently so the caramel coats the bottom evenly. Sprinkle chopped pecans over the caramel layer.

sprinkle pecans over the caramel in the frozen turtle pie

Spoon the pudding mixture over the top of the pie, smoothing it out into a tall, luscious mound.

Step 3: Freeze and Finish

Cover the whole pie with plastic wrap or use the handy lid from your store-bought crust. Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until it is completely set.

cover it with the pie crust cover and freeze

When the pie is ready to serve, remove it from the freezer. Pipe or spoon whipped topping around the edges, then drizzle with Magic Shell or melted chocolate. Let it sit uncovered for about 5 minutes to allow the shell to harden.

Then, let the pie sit out for 5-10 minutes to make it easier to cut.

pipe a border of whipped cream around the pie

drizzle chocolate shell over the top of the pie

Top with more chopped or pecan halves, and serve cold!

Optional: Add a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of warm chocolate sauce or caramel syrup.

add pecans along the border if you'd like

Grab a slice and enjoy!

FAQs

Can I swap the pecans for another nut?

Sure thing! Walnuts or almonds work well. Or leave the nuts off altogether if you’re making it nut-free.
Can I make this in a springform pie pan?
Yes! A springform pan makes for easy removal and prettier slices, especially if you want to serve it at a party or holiday gathering.
Is there a dairy-free version of this pie?
You can try dairy-free pudding mixes, coconut whipped topping, and a dairy-free chocolate crust—just note the texture may vary slightly.