• Hey Cutie Pie, Got plans for the first? This Chocolate Raspberry Cream Pie (aka Canada Pie) is perfect for the upcoming national holiday. To my American friends, feel free to borrow it for the fourth, too! A freshly made raspberry jam, a layer of fluffy cream cheese and a chocolate topping create the perfect holiday bite, on a warm summer day.

    Chocolate Raspberry Cream Pie (Canada Pie)

    Who else is ready for backyard barbecues and cold summer desserts? Last summer, when all of our family was home, my cousins and I attempted those strawberry pretzel dessert squares that have been floating around the internet, it was a total flop, but it did prompt a conversation about my cousin Laura's Chocolate Raspberry Cream Pie.

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  • Surprise Turtle Cheesecake is a decadent chocolate cheesecake with a hidden layer of caramel and pecans. This easy baked cheesecake starts with a vanilla wafer base, a thick layer of caramel topped with nuts and all covered with a rich, yet tangy chocolate cheesecake. This is the ultimate turtle cheesecake with a sweet surprise in the centre.

    Surprise Turtle Cheesecake

    Surprise Turtle Cheesecake may look like it's just a lovely chocolate cheesecake, but don't be fooled. Inside there's a thick layer of caramel and a healthy sprinkling of pecans. A little surprise if you will. This cheesecake is a favourite with anyone who tries it. The hidden layer pushes this version of turtle cheesecake to the very top of the cheesecake pyramid.

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