Homemade Chocolate Turtles: Indulgent Treats You Can Make Today
Delve into the sweet world of Homemade Chocolate Turtles, a delightful treat that combines chocolate, caramel, and nuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 turtles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1 cup caramel candies
- 8 ounces milk chocolate
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spread pecans on a baking sheet. Toast for about 8-10 minutes until fragrant.
- In a saucepan, melt the caramel candies over low heat until smooth.
- Place a small mound of toasted pecans on a parchment-lined tray and drizzle melted caramel over them.
- While the caramel sets, melt the milk chocolate in a microwave or double boiler.
- Once the caramel has cooled, drizzle the melted chocolate over each turtle.
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top and allow to set completely.
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, use dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate.
- Experiment with different nuts like almonds or walnuts for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turtle
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Homemade Chocolate Turtles, chocolate, caramel, easy dessert, treats