Homemade Chocolate Turtles
Indulge in the sweetness of Homemade Chocolate Turtles! Rich caramel, crunchy pecans, and smooth chocolate come together in these delightful treats.
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 16 oz almond bark or high quality chocolate
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Melt the salted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add light brown sugar, granulated sugar, sweetened condensed milk, and light corn syrup. Stir continuously until it reaches a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Gently fold in pecan halves until fully coated.
- Scoop small clusters onto the prepared baking sheet, aiming for about 2 tablespoons per cluster. Let cool and set for about 30 minutes.
- Melt the almond bark or chocolate in a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Dip each caramel-pecan cluster into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully coated. Use a fork to lift them out, allowing excess chocolate to drip off before placing them back on the parchment.
- Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature or refrigerate for about 15-20 minutes for quicker results.
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Baking Sheet
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
- For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze in a well-wrapped container.
- Let refrigerated turtles come to room temperature before serving for best flavor.