Chocolate Turtles: Indulgent Treats You Can Easily Make at Home
Indulge in homemade chocolate turtles that combine the rich flavors of chocolate, caramel, and pecans.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 turtles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pecans
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
Instructions
- Toast the pecans in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, cream, and vanilla; cook until the mixture reaches a caramel-like consistency.
- Place clusters of pecans on a baking sheet and drizzle warm caramel over them.
- Melt the chocolate and dip the caramel-covered pecans into the chocolate.
- Let them cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the pecans are toasted for enhanced flavor.
- You can use dark chocolate for a richer taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turtle
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Chocolate Turtles, homemade chocolate, dessert