Pudgie Turtles
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistibly easy Pudgie Turtles, a no-bake treat that combines crunchy pecans, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate in every bite. Perfect for gifting or satisfying a quick dessert craving, this 15-minute recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a decadent delight that looks as good as it tastes. The pecan clusters form the "turtle" base, topped with melted caramel and a luscious layer of chocolate infused with heavy cream for an ultra-smooth finish. With just a few minutes of prep and minimal cleanup, these charming candies are the ultimate homemade confection for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Pecans
- 20 pieces Soft caramel candies
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon Butter (for greasing)
Instructions
Prepare a baking sheet by lightly greasing it with the butter to prevent the turtles from sticking.
Arrange the pecans on the baking sheet in small clusters of three to four pieces, to resemble the legs and head of a turtle. You should be able to make about 10 clusters.
Unwrap the caramel candies and place one candy on top of each pecan cluster.
Melt the caramel by microwaving the baking sheet for about 2–3 minutes in short 30-second intervals, checking each time to avoid burning, just until the caramel is soft enough to press onto the pecans.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream. Microwave in 15-second increments, stirring between each, until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Spoon a small amount of melted chocolate over the caramel layer, enough to cover each turtle cluster completely.
Allow the Pudgie Turtles to cool and set at room temperature or place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for faster setting, about 30 minutes.
Once set, carefully remove the turtles from the baking sheet using a spatula and store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2242 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.3 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.7 g | 268% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 225 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.2 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.9 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 184.6 g | ||
| Protein | 22.5 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 510 mg | 11% | |
*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.
