Chocolate Turtles
Chocolate Turtles is the perfect holiday candy. It is loaded with sweet and salty flavor and made with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Pecan Halves
- 8 ounces Caramels
- 1 Tablespoon Heavy Whipping Cream
- 6 ounces Semi-Sweet Melting Chocolate
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
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Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place 5 pecan halves in a cluster in a star shape onto the baking sheet.
- Place the caramels and heavy whipping cream in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 1 minute. Stir and then continue to microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval until fully melted and smooth.
- Pour approximately 1 tablespoon of the melted caramel on top of each pecan cluster. Allow the mixture to set for the caramel to harden.
- Place the chocolate in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 1 minute. Stir and then continue to microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval until fully melted and smooth.
- Pour approximately 2 teaspoons of the chocolate over the top of the caramel. Sprinkle the sea salt on top.
- Allow the turtles to sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes for the chocolate to harden. Then they are ready to serve and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Store at room temperature in an airtight container or bag for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 224kcal, Carbohydrates 23g, Protein 3g, Fat 14g, Saturated Fat 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat 3g, Monounsaturated Fat 6g, Trans Fat 0.01g, Cholesterol 4mg, Sodium 242mg, Potassium 161mg, Fiber 2g, Sugar 18g, Vitamin A 39IU, Vitamin C 0.2mg, Calcium 42mg, Iron 1mg