Description
Indulge in the rich, sweet, and nutty goodness of homemade Pecan Turtles Candy. These delectable treats feature clusters of toasted pecans topped with luscious caramel and coated in smooth chocolate. Perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself!
Ingredients
Scale
Pecan Clusters:
- 2 cups pecan halves (toasted)
Caramel Filling:
- 1 (11-ounce) bag soft caramels (unwrapped)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Chocolate Coating:
- 2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (optional, for smoother chocolate)
Instructions
- Prepare Pecan Clusters: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange pecans in clusters of 3 to 4 halves.
- Melt Caramel: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt caramels with heavy cream in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of caramel over each pecan cluster. Let caramel set for 10 minutes.
- Coat with Chocolate: In another bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Spoon chocolate over caramel-covered pecans, spreading to cover.
- Set and Serve: Allow candies to set at room temperature or refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- For a salted caramel twist, sprinkle sea salt on top before chocolate sets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Candy
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
