Making Chocolate Turtles is simple and fun. They’re perfect for gifting and holiday treats. Homemade pecan turtle candies come together quickly by melting caramel and chocolate in the microwave.
Recipe for Chocolate Turtles
Crisp pecans, chewy caramel, and creamy chocolate combine for a delicious sweet-and-salty treat. These homemade turtles have the same pleasing chocolate-to-caramel balance you find in candy-shop versions, and they’re even better fresh from your kitchen.
This is a no-bake recipe that takes under 30 minutes to prepare with only four ingredients. You can assemble a batch quickly and let them cool while you get on with other tasks.
Ingredients for Chocolate Turtles
- Pecan halves (about 6 ounces)
- Soft caramels (about 8 ounces)
- Water (2 tablespoons)
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips (about 10 ounces)
Chocolate Pecan Turtles
These four-ingredient Chocolate Pecan Caramel Turtles are easy, crowd-pleasing, and far less expensive than store-bought confections.
How To Make Chocolate Turtles
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange pecan halves in clusters of four, touching in the center with the pointed ends fanning outward to resemble turtle legs.
- Unwrap caramels and place them in a microwave-safe bowl with 2 tablespoons water. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the caramel is smooth and fully melted (about 1½–2 minutes). Let it cool slightly.
- Scoop about one tablespoon of the melted caramel onto the center of each pecan cluster to form the turtle’s shell.
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second increments, stirring until smooth.
- Use a spoon to drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel and pecans, spreading slightly with the back of the spoon to cover the caramel and secure the nuts.
- Refrigerate the baking sheet for at least 30 minutes to set the chocolate and caramel.
- Allow turtles to come to room temperature before serving, or keep chilled for firmer candies.
These make lovely homemade gifts for holidays or a sweet addition to any dessert spread. Package them in a box or cellophane bag with a ribbon for an instant present.
Storage
To store: Place turtles in an airtight container and keep them at room temperature in a cool, dry spot for up to three weeks. Avoid warm areas so the chocolate doesn’t soften.
To freeze: Layer turtles between pieces of wax paper in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to two months. Thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature before serving.
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Chocolate Turtles
Equipment
- 2 medium microwave-safe bowls
- 2 spoons
- Parchment paper
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
- 6 ounces pecan halves
- 8 ounces soft caramels
- 2 TBS water
- 10 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange pecans in clusters of four, touching in the center with points fanned outward to look like turtle legs.
- Unwrap caramels and place in a medium bowl with 2 tablespoons water. Microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between, until melted and smooth (about 2 minutes). Let cool slightly.
- Add a dollop (about 1 tablespoon) of caramel to the center of each pecan cluster.
- In another bowl, microwave chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the caramel and pecans, spreading slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Bring to room temperature to serve.