Turtle Candy Treats: A Delightful Bite of Pecan, Caramel, and Chocolate
This recipe creates delightful turtle candies, featuring a satisfying combination of crunchy pecans, chewy caramel, and rich chocolate. Here's what you'll need to whip up a batch of these sweet treats:
Ingredients:
- 12 ounces soft caramels (either homemade or store-bought)
- 6 ounces pecans (toasted halves)
- 8 ounces chocolate (semi-sweet chocolate chips work perfectly)
Instructions:
Prepare the Baking Sheet: Get your baking sheet ready by lining it with either aluminum foil or parchment paper. To prevent sticking, spray a light coat of nonstick cooking spray on the foil or parchment paper.
Arrange the Pecans: Now comes the fun part of creating the "turtle" shape! Spread the toasted pecan halves on the baking sheet in clusters of four. Arrange each pecan half to point in a different direction, resembling the legs of a turtle. Alternatively, you can simply drop them in small clusters on the baking sheet.
Melt the Caramels: Unwrap the caramels and place them in a microwave-safe bowl. If the caramels feel very firm, add a spoonful of water to soften them slightly for a chewier final product. Microwave the caramels in bursts of 30 seconds, stirring well after each interval until they are completely melted.
Assemble the Turtles: Let the melted caramel cool slightly – you don't want it piping hot. Using a spoon or a small candy scoop, carefully dollop a spoonful of caramel onto each pecan cluster. Embrace the rustic charm of these candies; don't worry about making perfect circles or hiding all the pecans under the caramel.
Chocolate Time: Now it's chocolate's turn to join the party! Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave or using a double boiler.
Chocolate Coating: Spoon the melted chocolate over the caramel layer on each turtle. Gently guide the chocolate so it drips down the sides and covers the entire caramel surface.
Setting the Stage: Place the baking sheet filled with your turtle candies in the refrigerator. Let them chill for at least 30 minutes, allowing the chocolate and caramel to set completely.
Serving and Storage: For the best taste and texture, enjoy your turtle candies at room temperature. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator or at a cool room temperature for up to two weeks. Now you have a delicious batch of homemade turtle candies ready to share or savor yourself!
This recipe creates delightful turtle candies, featuring a satisfying combination of crunchy pecans, chewy caramel, and rich chocolate. Here's what you'll need to whip up a batch of these sweet treats:
Ingredients:
- 12 ounces soft caramels (either homemade or store-bought)
- 6 ounces pecans (toasted halves)
- 8 ounces chocolate (semi-sweet chocolate chips work perfectly)
Instructions:
Prepare the Baking Sheet: Get your baking sheet ready by lining it with either aluminum foil or parchment paper. To prevent sticking, spray a light coat of nonstick cooking spray on the foil or parchment paper.
Arrange the Pecans: Now comes the fun part of creating the "turtle" shape! Spread the toasted pecan halves on the baking sheet in clusters of four. Arrange each pecan half to point in a different direction, resembling the legs of a turtle. Alternatively, you can simply drop them in small clusters on the baking sheet.
Melt the Caramels: Unwrap the caramels and place them in a microwave-safe bowl. If the caramels feel very firm, add a spoonful of water to soften them slightly for a chewier final product. Microwave the caramels in bursts of 30 seconds, stirring well after each interval until they are completely melted.
Assemble the Turtles: Let the melted caramel cool slightly – you don't want it piping hot. Using a spoon or a small candy scoop, carefully dollop a spoonful of caramel onto each pecan cluster. Embrace the rustic charm of these candies; don't worry about making perfect circles or hiding all the pecans under the caramel.
Chocolate Time: Now it's chocolate's turn to join the party! Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave or using a double boiler.
Chocolate Coating: Spoon the melted chocolate over the caramel layer on each turtle. Gently guide the chocolate so it drips down the sides and covers the entire caramel surface.
Setting the Stage: Place the baking sheet filled with your turtle candies in the refrigerator. Let them chill for at least 30 minutes, allowing the chocolate and caramel to set completely.
Serving and Storage: For the best taste and texture, enjoy your turtle candies at room temperature. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator or at a cool room temperature for up to two weeks. Now you have a delicious batch of homemade turtle candies ready to share or savor yourself!
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