Description
Experience the joy of the holiday season with Easy Christmas Pecan Turtles, where rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans come together in a deliciously nostalgic treat. These simple yet indulgent bites are perfect for sharing at festive gatherings or gifting to loved ones. With each bite, you’ll savor a delightful combination of textures and flavors that will warm your heart and home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecans (lightly toasted)
- 14 oz caramel candies
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the caramel by combining it with 2 tablespoons of water in a microwave-safe bowl; heat in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and toast pecans on a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes until fragrant.
- Form clusters of three pecans on the lined baking sheet, then drizzle melted caramel over each cluster while warm.
- In another bowl, melt the chocolate chips using similar intervals until silky smooth; drizzle over the caramel-topped clusters.
- Allow to set at room temperature or refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turtle (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg