How to Make Chocolate Turtles (The Candy) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chocolate Turtles, also known as the "candy turtles," are one of the most irresistible treats that you can make at home. These delectable bite-sized treats are a combination of creamy caramel, crunchy nuts, and rich, smooth chocolate, making them the perfect indulgence for any sweet tooth. Whether you are a fan of milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or white chocolate, these turtles come in a variety of flavors to suit every preference.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 2 (12 ounce) bags chocolate chips
  • 25 individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • ½ cup butter, softened

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 40
  • Yield: 40 pieces

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Arrange pecans on a baking sheet.
  • Bake pecans in the preheated oven until fragrant and lightly browned, 7 minutes.
  • Melt chocolate chips in the top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching.
  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; grease with butter.
  • Combine caramels, water, and butter in a saucepan over low heat; cook, stirring occasionally, until caramels are melted and smooth. Fold in pecans.
  • Drop caramel mixture by the spoonful onto the prepared baking sheet. Allow to cool and harden.
  • Drizzle chocolate over caramel nut clusters. Refrigerate to set, about 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    162 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 7mg
    • Sodium: 34mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 19mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 98mg