Turtle Candy

🐢 Homemade Turtle Candy with Pecans and Caramel

Ingredients:

2 cups pecan halves (toasted if preferred)

1 (11 oz) bag soft caramels (like Kraft), unwrapped

2 tablespoons heavy cream

1½ cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips

1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable oil (optional, for smoother chocolate)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the pan:

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

2. Arrange pecans:

Place 3–4 pecan halves in a "Y" or cluster shape on the sheet to resemble turtle legs.

3. Melt the caramels:

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unwrapped caramels and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.

4. Add caramel to pecans:

Spoon about 1 tablespoon of melted caramel over the center of each pecan cluster. Let sit for 10–15 minutes to set slightly.

5. Melt the chocolate:

Microwave chocolate chips and oil (if using) in 30-second bursts until smooth, stirring often.

6. Top with chocolate:

Spoon chocolate over the caramel layer, just enough to cover. Let candies cool until chocolate sets (you can refrigerate them for faster setting).

7. Serve or store:

Once set, enjoy! Store in an airtight container at room temp or in the fridge.

Tips:

Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for a salted caramel twist.

You can drizzle with white chocolate for decoration.