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Homemade pecan turtle candy piled on a plate, combining pecans, caramel, and chocolate for a classic dessert.
Recipe

Pecan Turtles Candy

Servings: 36
Author: Jaclyn
Prep: 30 minutes
Set Time 45 minutes
Total: 1 hour 15 minutes
Make pecan turtles candy at home with toasted pecans, chewy caramel, and rich chocolate. A classic, no-bake holiday treat perfect for gifting!

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • 3 cups pecan halves toasted*
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • 7 ounces sweetened condensed milk half a can
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 10 ounces Ghirardelli melting wafers or chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Arrange pecan halves clusters of 4 in an "X" shape on a parchment-lined baking sheet (see photos).
  • In a heavy bottomed saucepan, bring the butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup to a boil over medium heat. Add the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla, and salt. Insert your candy thermometer and continue cooking and stirring until the mixture reaches 245℉.
  • Working quickly, spoon about a tablespoon of the caramel on each pecan cluster, connecting the 4 pecans together.
  • Allow them to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes, or until caramel has set.
  • In a microwave safe bowl, melt the chocolate as directed on the package or in 20 second increments, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
  • Working quickly, spoon a bit of the melted chocolate on top of the caramel on each candy. Allow the chocolate to set before storing or serving.

Notes

How to toast pecans:
  • In the Oven: Bake pecans on a sheet pan in an even layer for 8-10 mins at 350℉.
  • On the Stovetop: Heat for 3-5 minutes on the stovetop, stirring often.
  • Allow toasted pecans cool to room temp before handling.
Storage: Store pecan clusters in airtight container with parchment paper between layers for up to 2 weeks, in the fridge for up to 3 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months (thaw at room temperature about 60 mins).

 

Nutrition

Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 98IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 0.3mg
Homemade pecan turtle candy piled on a plate, combining pecans, caramel, and chocolate for a classic dessert.

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