🍫 Homemade Chocolate Turtles 🐢✨

Crunchy pecans, gooey caramel, and smooth chocolate—these classic candies are simple, nostalgic, and irresistible!

Ingredients

• 2 cups pecan halves (toasted preferred)
• 1 cup soft caramels or homemade caramel
• 2 tbsp heavy cream
• 2 cups high-quality chocolate chips or melting chocolate
• 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter (optional, for glossy chocolate)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pecan Base: Line a baking sheet with parchment or silicone mat. Arrange pecans in clusters of 3–4 pieces to form “turtle legs.”
2. Melt the Caramel: In microwave-safe bowl, combine caramels and cream. Heat in 30-sec intervals, stirring until smooth.
3. Top with Caramel: Spoon a small amount of melted caramel over each pecan cluster, letting it spread slightly. Cool 10–15 min until set.
4. Melt Chocolate: Melt chocolate (with coconut oil or butter if using) until smooth and glossy.
5. Finish Turtles: Spoon chocolate over caramel-covered pecans, ensuring they’re fully coated. Smooth tops with spoon or spatula.
6. Set & Serve: Let candies cool at room temp or refrigerate until firm. Store in airtight container.

Details

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Chill Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: ~50 minutes
• Yield: 24 turtles
• Kcal: ~180 per piece

✨ Sweet, crunchy, and chocolatey—these homemade turtles are a candy-shop favorite made in your kitchen!