Chocolate Turtles: Easy Indulgent Treats Made at Home
Chocolate turtles are a delightful combination of chocolate, caramel, and pecans. They are easy to make at home and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1 cup caramel candies
- 2 cups dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and toast the pecans for about 8-10 minutes.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the caramel candies according to package instructions.
- On a baking sheet, arrange clusters of toasted pecans and pour melted caramel over each cluster.
- Let the caramel set for a few minutes.
- In another bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips until smooth.
- Pour and drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel-covered pecans.
- Sprinkle with sea salt if desired and let cool until the chocolate hardens.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract to the chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 turtles
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18 grams
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 5 mg