Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of crunchy pecans, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate with these homemade Chocolate Turtles. These sweet treats are perfect for gifting or enjoying as a special treat for yourself!
Ingredients
Scale
Pecan Clusters:
- 1 cup pecan halves
Caramel Filling:
- 1/2 cup soft caramel candies (about 20)
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream
Chocolate Coating:
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable oil
Topping:
- Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Pecan Clusters: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange pecan halves in clusters of 3–4 to resemble a turtle’s head and legs.
- Make Caramel Filling: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine caramels and heavy cream. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of caramel onto each pecan cluster.
- Set Caramel and Coat with Chocolate: Allow the caramel to cool. Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil, then spoon over each caramel cluster. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired.
- Chill and Serve: Chill the turtles in the fridge until set, about 20–30 minutes.
Notes
- For enhanced flavor, lightly toast the pecans before assembling.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turtle
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 3 mg
