Description
Homemade Chocolate Turtles are a delicious candy made with pecans, soft caramel, and rich chocolate. These bite-sized treats are perfect for the holidays, gifting, or whenever you’re craving something sweet and indulgent.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 (11 oz) bag soft caramels (about 35 caramels)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (if using store-bought caramels)
- 2 cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- Sea salt (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange pecan halves in clusters of 3–4 pieces to resemble turtle legs.
- If using store-bought caramels, melt them with heavy cream in the microwave or on the stovetop until smooth.
- Spoon a small amount of melted caramel over each pecan cluster. Let sit for a few minutes to set.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler until smooth.
- Spoon or drizzle the melted chocolate over each caramel-covered cluster.
- Optional: sprinkle sea salt on top while the chocolate is still soft.
- Let the turtles set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm.
- Once set, remove from the baking sheet and store in an airtight container.
Notes
Store at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.Freeze between layers of parchment in an airtight container for up to 3 months.Customize with different nuts, chocolate types, or flavor additions like vanilla or bourbon.Make bite-sized versions for party platters or gifting.No reheating required—just thaw if frozen and enjoy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turtle
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
