Homemade Turtle Candy with Pecans and Caramel

 

 

Homemade Turtle Candy with Pecans and Caramel

Ingredients:

Nonstick cooking spray

4 ounces pecan halves

24 individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

1 teaspoon shortening

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a cookie sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick spray.

Arrange 3 pecan halves in a "Y" shape on the cookie sheet. Place 1 caramel in the center of each "Y." Repeat with the remaining pecans and caramels.

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until the caramel is melted.

Meanwhile, heat chocolate chips and shortening in a saucepan over low heat until melted.

Spoon melted chocolate over the candies and refrigerate for 30 minutes, or until set.

Prep Time: N/A | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Kcal: N/A | Servings: 24 pieces

Tips:

You can sprinkle a touch of sea salt on top of the chocolate for a sweet and salty contrast.

Store the candies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for freshness.