Caramel Pecan Turtle Chocolate Candies
Indulge in the decadent delight of Caramel Pecan Turtle Chocolate Candies, a homemade treat that marries the rich, buttery flavor of roasted pecans with gooey caramel and a luscious layer of silky chocolate. This easy, no-bake recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for holiday gifting, special occasions, or satisfying your sweet tooth at any time. Each candy cluster features a trio of pecan halves held together by creamy caramel, topped with a glossy chocolate finish, and optionally garnished with a sprinkle of sea salt for an irresistible sweet-and-salty contrast. These bite-sized confections are as visually stunning as they are delicious, and they store beautifully for up to two weeks—if they last that long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Pecan halves
- 300 grams Soft caramels
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 250 grams Semisweet or dark chocolate chips
- 0.5 teaspoons Sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
Arrange pecan halves into clusters of three on the prepared baking sheet. Each cluster will act as the base of a candy. You should end up with approximately 24 clusters.
In a medium, microwave-safe bowl, combine the soft caramels and heavy cream. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until the caramel is completely melted and smooth.
Using a spoon, carefully drizzle about one teaspoon of melted caramel over each pecan cluster. Ensure the caramel holds the pecans together. Let the caramel cool for about 10 minutes to firm up slightly.
In another microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 20-second increments, stirring after each interval, until smooth and glossy.
Spoon about one teaspoon of melted chocolate over each caramel-coated pecan cluster. Use the back of the spoon to spread the chocolate slightly, covering the caramel.
If desired, sprinkle a small pinch of sea salt on top of each candy for a flavor contrast.
Allow the candies to cool and set completely at room temperature or place them in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to speed up the process.
Once hardened, store the candies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3795 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 243.1 g | 312% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.9 g | 370% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 1711 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 394.1 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.7 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 302.8 g | ||
| Protein | 39.5 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 374 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1952 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
