Decadent Homemade Turtles Candy: A Quick Holiday Favorite
- Prep
- 20 min
- Total
- 140 min
- Serves
- 24
- Calories
- 213 kcal
- Protein
- 3.00 g
- Carbs
- 15.00 g
- Fat
- 17.00 g
Ingredients
- 2 cupspecan halves
- ¼ cupcaramel ice cream topping (the thicker kind)
- 1 cupmilk chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoonshortening (optional)
Instructions
- 1
If your pecans aren’t toasted, spread them on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 7-10 minutes, stirring halfway through. This enhances their flavor. Let them cool completely before using.
- 2
Optional: Roughly chop the toasted pecans into smaller pieces for more manageable clusters.
- 3
In a mixing bowl, stir the toasted, cooled pecans with the caramel topping until the nuts are evenly coated.
- 4
Drop heaping tablespoons of the caramel-coated pecans onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them out to avoid sticking. Place in the refrigerator to chill for 1-2 hours, or until solid.
- 5
In a heatproof or glass bowl, combine the chocolate chips and optional shortening. Microwave in 15-20 second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Be careful not to overheat.
- 6
Using a spoon, drizzle or pour the melted chocolate over each pecan cluster, ensuring they are well-covered. Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature or refrigerate for quicker results.
- 7
Once the chocolate is set, your Turtle Candies are ready to serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.