These rich, chewy, chocolate-covered turtle candies have been a family favorite for decades \u2014 and it\u2019s easy to see why! They combine the perfect trio: crunchy toasted pecans, gooey caramel, and silky smooth chocolate. Whether you\u2019re gifting them or indulging in a sweet bite yourself, they never disappoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What You\u2019ll Need: \u2022 12 oz soft caramels (store-bought or homemade) \u2022 6 oz pecan halves \u2022 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips or bars How to Make Them: 1. Toast the pecans: Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Spread pecan halves on a baking sheet and toast them for 8\u201310 minutes until golden and fragrant. Let them cool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Melt the caramels: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the caramels in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth. (Or melt them gently on the stovetop over low heat. 3. Assemble the clusters
On a parchment-lined tray, group 3\u20134 pecans together like a turtle\u2019s legs. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of melted caramel over each cluster. Let them sit for 10\u201315 minutes to firm up slightly. 4. Add the chocolate:
Melt the chocolate the same way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Spoon about 1 tablespoon over each caramel cluster, spreading it gently to cover. 5. Set & store: Let the candies set at room temperature for about 1 hour or refrigerate for 20\u201330 minutes. Store them in an airtight container: \u2022 1 week at room temp \u2022 2 weeks in the fridge Pro Tip: Add a pinch of sea salt on top before the chocolate sets for an irresistible sweet-salty finish!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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