How to Make Turtles® Candies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Turtles® candies are a delectable treat that combines the rich flavors of caramel, pecans, and chocolate into one irresistible bite-sized snack. These beloved candies are a popular choice for gifting, snacking, or adding a touch of luxury to any occasion. Whether you're hosting a holiday gathering, looking for a special treat to share with friends and family, or simply craving something sweet and indulgent, Turtles® candies are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup margarine
  • 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • ⅔ cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 ½ cups chopped pecans
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 (6 ounce) package semisweet chocolate chips

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 dozen turtles

  • Grease 2 baking sheets.
  • Melt margarine in a saucepan over medium heat; stir brown sugar and salt into the melted margarine. Mix in corn syrup and sweetened condensed milk; cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture reaches 250 degrees F (120 degrees C), 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat; fold in pecans. Stir vanilla extract into the caramel mixture.
  • Drop spoonfuls of caramel onto the prepared baking sheet. Allow caramels to cool until firm.
  • Cook and stir chocolate chips in a saucepan over medium-low heat until melted and smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Dip cooled caramels in the melted chocolate; return to greased baking sheet. Cool until chocolate is set.
  • Nutrition

    131 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 2mg
    • Sodium: 46mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 66mg