Chocolate Turtles
This simple guide to making your own Chocolate Turtles offers the perfect blend of sugary and savory flavors. Indulge in each mouthful of gooey caramel, crispy pecans, and heavenly chocolate.
Servings: 12
Calories: 224kcal
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Pecan Halves
- 8 ounces Caramels
- 1 Tablespoon Heavy Whipping Cream
- 6 ounces Semi-Sweet Melting Chocolate
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
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!
Notes
Store at room temperature in an airtight container or bag for up to 3 weeks.
Nutrition
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
