Easy Christmas Pecan Turtles: A Delightful Holiday Treat
Enjoy these Easy Christmas Pecan Turtles, a delightful holiday treat perfect for sharing.
Equipment
- oven
- Microwave
- baking pan
- spatula
- mixing bowls
- Fork
Ingredients
Pecans
- 2 cups pecans chopped after toasting
Caramel Mixture
- 6 tablespoons butter melted
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup corn syrup
- ½ cup condensed milk
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
Chocolate Coating
- 2 cups chopped chocolate for dipping
Instructions
Prepare the Pecans
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spread pecans on a baking pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until toasted, then chop and set aside.
Combine and Cook the Caramel Mixture
- Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Combine melted butter with light brown sugar, granulated sugar, corn syrup, and condensed milk. Microwave for 6 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Incorporate Pecans and Cool the Mixture
- Stir in vanilla extract, add chopped pecans, and mix well. Allow to cool slightly, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Melt the Chocolate
- Melt chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
Assemble the Turtles Candy
- Scoop portions of the cooled pecan-caramel mixture and dip into melted chocolate. Place on wax paper to cool and solidify.
Enjoy Your Homemade Turtles Candy
- Refrigerate the turtles for about 30 minutes, then enjoy your delicious homemade turtles candy.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
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