Homemade Pecan Turtles
Delicious homemade pecan turtles with caramel and chocolate, perfect for holiday gatherings and gift giving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 pieces
- Category: Candy
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pecan halves, toasted
- 1 cup caramel candies (about 12–15 individually wrapped caramels)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 8 ounces milk chocolate, chopped
- Sea salt, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the pecan halves on a baking sheet and toast for 5–7 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine the caramel candies and heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until fully melted — about 3–5 minutes.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment. Form small clusters with 3–4 pecan halves each, pressing them together.
- Spoon warm caramel over each pecan cluster until coated.
- Melt the chopped milk chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth.
- Pour chocolate over each cluster, covering caramel and nuts. Tap to level.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top while chocolate is still wet, if desired.
- Let turtles cool until set, or chill for 15–20 minutes for faster setting.
- Transfer to an airtight container once firm and separate layers with parchment.
Notes
Store at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
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