Then spoon a small amount of chocolate on top of each turtle.
Your turtles look absolutely perfect, Averie! If you are looking for a candy recipe to WOW for the holidays (without any sweat equity on your part!)
It was probably on the thin side and you could have used less milk/cream so that it stayed thicker. CARAMEL. mammoth asher patty I cant believe how much, you, Skylar, and your blog have changed!
I found the second method to be faster & was able to make my turtles all the same size.
Ivemade the chocolate turtles recipe with both Kraft brand caramels and Werthers Baking Caramels and can recommend both. The caramel sauce isrunny and loose when you first take it out of themicrowave, but firms up quite a bit as it cools.
Oh yay, LMK how the dip goes over!
Use hot pads to carefully remove the bowl from the microwave. They were easy, albeit time consuming, but everyone was so impressed I made homemade turtles, it really was worth the time! They came out good, but I had to double the amount of caramels I used. One day those videos will be so priceless :), These will be a perfect holiday treat to hand out to family and friends!
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Sounds like you made the recipe your own and so glad they were a hit with everyone!
.i never thought of making caramels. Your white choc version sounds wonderful and creative!
I have made them with Kraft brand and Werthers brand caramels and both were fine; but caramels vary soooo much in their composition (how much water, sugar, and milk if any) is included which will impact how runny or loose they are when melted, but it sounds like you figured it out and glad to hear things turned out okay!
However, roasted peanuts or almonds would also taste delicious here! :). We crave them. I immediately push the tops of the chocolate back down and headed to my freezer to stick the Homemade Turtles back in the freezer. They are so yummy and so easy to make!
What is it with Americans and cooking food in the microwave? . Gorgeous! Im sorry that its not sick enough.
Once the caramel was firm, I popped them out of the pan and dropped them into the melted chocolate.
Simply incredible.
Per usual. They qere perfectly fine made as instructed, and EVERYONE knew exactly what they were. She makes videos of herself applying it with her iPad. Case closed. Dangerously amazing! If the caramels are a bit tough I would add a little spoonful of water to yield a smoother end result. Use your fingers to pinch the caramelit should come together into a soft ball.
They were so good! Then caramel then chocolate over all.
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I love this recipe and will have to try it!
When you take it out, you should be able to roll it into a ball. I had a craving earlier today for chocolate and caramel(big surprise there!) I must make homemade turtles now. help!
Or tweet it to the world. Other than that, I applaud the recipe and the baker behind the recipe!
Like scotcheroos but with Special K!
But any kind of chocolate chip will work.
Ill have to try them.
Yours are simply candy not turtles. Hoooooly smokes.
I made a second batch since I had the other half of the can of milk.
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I feel bad deleting a piece of history and a part of me and the blog. They are my go-to when baking, so much better than chocolate chips if you ask me. Made these today and have learned a lot!
I love turtles! Its been over 6 hours since I stuck them into the freezer. Top with sea salt to give more contrast in flavors, Regardless of whether youre making these to give to neighbors, or just keeping a stash handy for yourself, .
Done and done. Alternatively, you can melt caramels on the stove over low heat, usingcaution and stirring frequently. I adore this recipe and have made it several times at the holidays.
So good! I love the milk or dark option, and the sea salt topping is a must! Welcome! What choclate do you use. Mine, like some of the others, is not setting up when prepared as directed.
Id love to sample 1 of each :). Very disappointing. Is this expected? I made five dozen for a swap, trying to decide if its ok to give to others in cupcake holders (because of stickiness) or if I should scrap these and start over? These turned out, but I do not recommend using parchment paper. Thank you for the recipe.
I followed Natashas recommendation and added a little sea salt on top. Im Lauren, a mom of four and lover of good food. Overlap the pecans some to reduce gaps so the caramel doesnt seep through. This was very good and very easy!
Keeping my fingers crossed now that they will harden enough to give out as gifts! Dont they realize that generalizations are a very unhealthy way to perceive the world? Please note: I have only made the recipe as written, and cannot give advice or predict what will happen if you change something.
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turtle tracks ice cream Love Turtles! Storage: Turtleswill keep airtight at room temperature forweeks, or in the fridge or freezer for many months.
You probably could use chocolate chips, but for these, baking chocolate in hunks is preferred! If it wont come together to form a ball in your fingers, return it to the microwave for an additional 30 seconds, and test again.. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the parchment paper lined baking sheet to create individual mounds of caramel candy. I would love to hear your experience. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
Yes although in baked goods, if its chocolate, like brownies or fudgy-like bars, I have been liking them lately. When cool they easily come off the parchment & then can be topped or dipped. Drop a small spoonful of the hot caramel into a bowl of ice water.
These would make an awesome addition to a cookie plate if youre the type that makes plates of treats for the neighbors during the holidays. Its helpful if they will fit in either fridge or freezer. I think that says a lot about the person you are. I ended up with perfectly round turtles and theyre about 2 bites each.
I also figured out that for melting the caramels, the Ziploc containers with the screw-on caps (the heavier plastic ones, 2 cup size) were almost non-stick and worked way better than a ceramic or glass bowl.
Once cooled, roughly chop the pecans and set aside. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in a heat proof bowl, stirring every 20 seconds until melted and smooth.
Mine werent totally set up for a couple of hours.
Place pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet. Holy antique photography but Idont delete oldposts because they remind me how far Ive come and how far my daughter has come. They came out with caramel bits instead of the squares, just like the morsels so I used those and it cut down on the microwave time and it prevented me from burning the caramel which I was concerned about.
I am scared to take them out to see if they still are to soft and still havent gotten hard enough to get them out of the pan. Melting the caramel can be tricky, so Ive given very detailed tips on how to melt it in the recipe card below. Stir in chopped pecans. Turned out great just like the store bought ones. Let sit for 1-2 hours, or till hardened.
What a lovely thing to make for your husband and sounds like you scored some points :) Glad the recipe is a keeper! The crunchy pecans, the chewy caramel, the chocolate that melts in your mouth. Cooking with pumpkin, Salted Caramel and Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars, 8 ounces pecan halves (I used roasted, lightly salted), 25 caramel squares, unwrapped (about 1 heaping cup), about 16 ounces roughly chopped chocolate, melted (I used 8 ounces dark and 8 ounces milk, both Trader Joes Pound Plus bars).
Make microwave caramel.
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It was one of his favorite candies and still is.
Bravo! I made some milk chocolate and some white chocolate, as well as some with Score toffee bits sprinkled on top. I used the Trader Joes roasted salted pecans but had to use 2-8oz packages as there were a lot of broken pieces but theyre great. Allow Turtles to firm up at room temp (will take many hours) or in the fridge or freezer (about 15 minutes) before serving. Thank you for the inspiration :).
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I cant have pecans, so Ill have to use almonds instead.
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I just copied you but mine arent coming out of the tin.
These homemade turtles are no-bake, easy, ready in under a half hour, and you only need 4 ingredients. Homemade always tastes better! Holiday White Chocolate Fudge This EASY foolproof white chocolate fudge recipe is perfect for Christmas and holiday parties! (I usually get about 20, but you can make them as small or large as you like).
Everything does taste better homemade! Regardless of whether youre making these to give to neighbors, or just keeping a stash handy for yourself, store these at room temperature in a container so the caramel stays soft and no one breaks their teeth on them!. Disappointing.
Definitely pinning these for later!
I found this recipe was incredibly easy and they tasted amazing.
So addictive.
Turtles are one of my favourite American treats, so I love the fact I can make these at home! Homemade Turtles Candy recipe - Baked pecans covered in a delicious homemade caramel and topped with with melted chocolate! Like inediblely too sweet.
I wouldnt have a website without readers like you who did just that as well. Ive found the ice water method to be more reliable, but if using a candy thermometer it should register between 238 - 240 degrees.
What a difference to eat turtles with fresh ingredients! You just need to melt them in the microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring in between them. chocolates fancy pants miscellaneous Wow that is really nice of you to notice that I reply to all my comments! But talk about a blast from the past, right?
I love turtles!
I love turtles too, Averie!
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I only used about 1 or 2 tbsp of cream for 1/2 a bag of caramels at a time and that was enough to make it runny when hot and it firmed up really well but was still chewy. I would totally eat these for lunch right now. After some trial and error, let me tell you, these homemade turtles are absolutely my new obsession! The caramel is runny and loose when it first comes together, but firms up quite a bit as it cools. I will try these again with a tablespoon at a time.
I made these but my caramel ran What did I do wrong? LOVE the extra special addition of sea salt, too!
Allow to come to room temperature before serving.
So random what sticks in my brain.
These dont look like turtles.
Have dark, milk, and 72% always on hand :). I hope that I am inspiring women everywhere to use their creativity to build a better life.
It reminds me of the candy that my grandparents like from Fanny May. Glittery lip gloss? I made a couple of changes to your recipe, like I used rough-chopped macadamia nuts because I had some that needed to be eaten (theyre really bland when plain! I just made turtles last night and I tried two different methods with the pecans, the first was clumping the pecans into mounds as your recipe states. peanut butter comfort Thanks for sharing!
Shewas in cloth diapers then and now shes in glitterylip gloss. You can also freeze chocolate turtles for 2-3 months. I mean it should be as loose as caramel sauce, but it shouldnt be rock hard.
(Alternately, you can heat them in a hot skillet stirring constantly until they are fragrant, about 5 minutes.). Holiday Seven Layer Bars Soft, ultra chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips, shredded coconut, sprinkles, and more!!
Like honestly, thats my #1 candy in the whole world! Dont be intimidated about the candy making process, these turtles are really quite simple to make. Yummy! I melted 25 caramel squares with 1/4 cup cream in the microwave (or use the stove). They just may be thebest homemade candy around! I like to use 3-4 pecans, depending on size.
I have no choice.
Ive made that mistake before and everything stuck lol.
Drop a cluster into the melted chocolate and use a fork to coat it all over. Chocolate chips dont melt as well and can seize up in the microwave. (I usually get about 20, but you can make the candies as small or large as you like). Pinned! Wonderful!
I cannot even buy the Sees Nuts & Chews unless I have time for extra cardio because I love those things SO MUCH.
I was nervous making them for the holidays without practicing first. But I think my recipe that Ive posted is about as straightforward as Ive found for liquid caramel sauce (although this recipe for Turtles uses caramel squares; have to for consistency/texture). I did not microwave this recipe at all. Instead of using parchment paper, I sprayed cupcake tins with some Pam and they turned out amazing! I dont delete my old posts either, and wow, some of my old photos are cringe-worthy. originally published August 12, 2014 last updated May 17, 2020 Oh goodness your daughter is MUCH trendier than me! My moms maiden name is Luna, and Im one of the many crafty Lil Lunas in the fam. Ghiradelli is also really yummy. Use the back of your spoon to make a little swirl in the chocolate as you lift it. Its great to see that Ive learned a thing or two through the years, though.
I love that huge stack of turtles!! 1/4 cup? Home Dessert Candy & Treats Homemade Turtles. Fast, easy, no-bake and just 4 ingredients! LatelyI cant get enough of the pecan-caramel-chocolate combination.
This is the best thing my little eyes have seen in awhile. Save the recipe for holiday candy-making, birthdays, or for a last-minute hostess gift. I love the combination of all those flavors and textures too! Customize it with your favorite add-ins like cranberries and walnuts!
I need to invest in silicone liners or next time I will assemble them right on the baking sheet or counter. Reindeer Chow A holiday twist on classic Muddy Buddies thats EASY, ready in 15 minutes, and perfect for hostess gifts or cookie exchanges!! Way way too sweet.
Dip clusters in chocolate.
Drop caramel pecan clusters onto parchment paper. These soft and chewy Chocolate Turtles are so EASY to make and include clusters of homemade microwave caramel and toasted pecans, dipped in chocolate. Thank you! &
Pour the carmel on top of the nuts in circles the size you want your turtles to be and then cool (I cooled mine outside).
Make piles of about 5 pecans each and top each pile with caramel sauce. I tried these for the first time and the caramel was still a little too soft even the next day. I think next time I will try a little less corn syrup.
Remove from heat and stir in the remaining chopped chocolate that you set aside (this will temper the chocolate to help it set up better). i grew up watching my dad eat turtles. To make these easy pecan turtles, youll need: I used Trader Joes roasted, salted pecan halves. I think you should make them they way you want. Be patient, it can take awhile.
i would love to order the turtles with peanut butter and carmel ones .
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Oh boy, these look delicious! Love your site! We love peppermint treats likePeppermint Brownies,Peppermint Chocolate Delight,. Your email address will not be published. I used 1/4 cup total and have made the recipe with both Kraft brand caramels and Werthers Baking Caramels, but caramels vary and you may need less cream than I did. I used the Lindt squares because they were on sale at the grocery store yesterday, and they melt into a really smooth, almost liquid consistency. Yes the Kraft, or similar, in the clear cellophane wrappers. Beautiful! Just pour this over the pecans to solidify them together.
Thanks!! This could be very dangerous. I measured both caramel and chocolate more like how I thought they should look & topped them off with Maldons Sea salt flakes.. they look perfect & everyone loved them.
Instead of making the Homemade Turtles on parchment paper I decided to make them in my mini cupcake pan that makes 48 at once.
Im lucky if I make it out of my PJs And its a miracle if I remember to put on mascara. Take your time, dont overheat or heat too quickly, and keep stirring; it will come together. These turtles are so delicious. These little beauties look so delicious and caramel-y! Completely missed an opportunity to provide insight or help in any way whatsoever. As soon as your caramel is ready, quickly spoon the hot caramel on top of the clusters, making sure each pecan is covered with some caramel. I tried one and it was delicious.
Pinned and your photos are so beautiful! Give me strength :).
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Chewy, gooey, salty-and-sweet! I went ahead and pinned these to my Christmas board, because I do NOT want to forget about these come December! look no further!
Store turtles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment lined baking sheet to create individual mounds of caramel candy.
I made these today and couldnt be happier as they turned out perfect!
This is beautiful! That was my mistake that made this difficult. Thats my guess.
So I sprayed the pan really good, then placed a layer of pecans on the bottom, poured the carmel on top of pecans, and then the chocolate on top of the carmel. I love this recipe. Share it with your Facebook friends (you know theyll love it). Im not sure its a good thing that I now know how to make these so, Averie, you like nuts in candy, just not in baked goods?
I love turtles and these look delicious! Everyone loves these adorably festive Rice Krispie Easter Nests! These treats make perfect neighbor gifts for the holidays!
Crunchy, chewy, salty-and-sweet.
Just put them in cupcake holders!
I used dark chocolate & the caramels from Nuts.com and both are fabulous & I highly recommend!! Spoon a small spoonful of the caramel into the bowl of ice water. Ive always loved Turtles and decided to make my own. I love these.
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Those bars are THE BEST. Ive been experimenting with this recipe because I wanted to make a chocolate turtle with homemade caramel, but I also wanted them to be EASY to make!
and these would have been perfect! Add brown sugar, granulated sugar, sweetened condensed milk, and corn syrup and stir well to combine. = Isnt that the truth!!
Homemade always tastes better! I made this to take to Christmas dinner today, and Im so glad I did, they were such a hit!
Yum!! Thank you for taking the time :). At first glance, these bite sized treats look just like, Cute and simple Easter Rice Krispies, topped with creamy frosting and Easter egg candies, made to look like a nest.
Continue cooking and stirring till mixture reaches 235-240 degrees.
And yes, the Turtles are a little too easy :). I also love (hate) that theyre so easy to make :). On some, I sprinkled sea salt to play up the salty-and-sweet aspect. Let sit to harden. A FAST and EASY holiday recipe thats great for hostess gifts or cookie exchanges!! There has to be a more sure proof way of knowing.
Quickly spoon the caramel over the pecan clusters, making sure caramel is touching each of the pecans.
I dont think Ive ever eaten a turtle before That will have to be remedied! Thanks, Lori, they were super easy to pop, one after the next :).
I need lessons from her! Sometimes with doubling recipes, it doesnt always work out to be exactly doubling them. Thanks for pinning and I never forget about chocolate, funny how that works.
At this point, you can let the caramel set up and add the chocolate later. I made these when I hosted my first AvaHour and it was such a hit! Was great for a fathers day gift.
It will probably take about 3 to 4 minutes total, but you must stop and stir the mixture every 30 seconds so you dont burn it.
Love a good classic dessert like this. I used a candy thermometer and let the mixture get to about the 240ish mark.
Did yours pop out or did you have to loosen them abit?
Yes if you know what a real Turtle tastes like, the inside has some looseness to it. What a lovely gift! Simple Peanut Butter Balls are perfect for every peanut butter-chocolate lover. Wanting to put together goodie boxes for holidays and everyone would love these and the no-cook is even better! This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I dont have time to make caramel what do I do? I left them out on the porch to firm up, but even after a few hours out there, the caramel is still pretty gooey/sticky. Youre awesome, Alice! I made these for Christmas and they were amazing! 2.
I have to advise though, I made the recipe as written twice and both times it was a flop (using two different brands of caramel). Store turtles in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for 2-3 weeks.
Your turtles look absolutely perfect, Averie! If you are looking for a candy recipe to WOW for the holidays (without any sweat equity on your part!)
It was probably on the thin side and you could have used less milk/cream so that it stayed thicker. CARAMEL. mammoth asher patty I cant believe how much, you, Skylar, and your blog have changed!
I found the second method to be faster & was able to make my turtles all the same size.
Ivemade the chocolate turtles recipe with both Kraft brand caramels and Werthers Baking Caramels and can recommend both. The caramel sauce isrunny and loose when you first take it out of themicrowave, but firms up quite a bit as it cools.
Oh yay, LMK how the dip goes over!
Use hot pads to carefully remove the bowl from the microwave. They were easy, albeit time consuming, but everyone was so impressed I made homemade turtles, it really was worth the time! They came out good, but I had to double the amount of caramels I used. One day those videos will be so priceless :), These will be a perfect holiday treat to hand out to family and friends!
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Sounds like you made the recipe your own and so glad they were a hit with everyone!
.i never thought of making caramels. Your white choc version sounds wonderful and creative!
I have made them with Kraft brand and Werthers brand caramels and both were fine; but caramels vary soooo much in their composition (how much water, sugar, and milk if any) is included which will impact how runny or loose they are when melted, but it sounds like you figured it out and glad to hear things turned out okay!
However, roasted peanuts or almonds would also taste delicious here! :). We crave them. I immediately push the tops of the chocolate back down and headed to my freezer to stick the Homemade Turtles back in the freezer. They are so yummy and so easy to make!
What is it with Americans and cooking food in the microwave? . Gorgeous! Im sorry that its not sick enough.
Once the caramel was firm, I popped them out of the pan and dropped them into the melted chocolate.
Simply incredible.
Per usual. They qere perfectly fine made as instructed, and EVERYONE knew exactly what they were. She makes videos of herself applying it with her iPad. Case closed. Dangerously amazing! If the caramels are a bit tough I would add a little spoonful of water to yield a smoother end result. Use your fingers to pinch the caramelit should come together into a soft ball.
They were so good! Then caramel then chocolate over all.
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I love this recipe and will have to try it!
When you take it out, you should be able to roll it into a ball. I had a craving earlier today for chocolate and caramel(big surprise there!) I must make homemade turtles now. help!
Or tweet it to the world. Other than that, I applaud the recipe and the baker behind the recipe!
Like scotcheroos but with Special K!
But any kind of chocolate chip will work.
Ill have to try them.
Yours are simply candy not turtles. Hoooooly smokes.
I made a second batch since I had the other half of the can of milk.
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I feel bad deleting a piece of history and a part of me and the blog. They are my go-to when baking, so much better than chocolate chips if you ask me. Made these today and have learned a lot!
I love turtles! Its been over 6 hours since I stuck them into the freezer. Top with sea salt to give more contrast in flavors, Regardless of whether youre making these to give to neighbors, or just keeping a stash handy for yourself, .
Done and done. Alternatively, you can melt caramels on the stove over low heat, usingcaution and stirring frequently. I adore this recipe and have made it several times at the holidays.
So good! I love the milk or dark option, and the sea salt topping is a must! Welcome! What choclate do you use. Mine, like some of the others, is not setting up when prepared as directed.
Id love to sample 1 of each :). Very disappointing. Is this expected? I made five dozen for a swap, trying to decide if its ok to give to others in cupcake holders (because of stickiness) or if I should scrap these and start over? These turned out, but I do not recommend using parchment paper. Thank you for the recipe.
I followed Natashas recommendation and added a little sea salt on top. Im Lauren, a mom of four and lover of good food. Overlap the pecans some to reduce gaps so the caramel doesnt seep through. This was very good and very easy!
Keeping my fingers crossed now that they will harden enough to give out as gifts! Dont they realize that generalizations are a very unhealthy way to perceive the world? Please note: I have only made the recipe as written, and cannot give advice or predict what will happen if you change something.
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turtle tracks ice cream Love Turtles! Storage: Turtleswill keep airtight at room temperature forweeks, or in the fridge or freezer for many months.
You probably could use chocolate chips, but for these, baking chocolate in hunks is preferred! If it wont come together to form a ball in your fingers, return it to the microwave for an additional 30 seconds, and test again.. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the parchment paper lined baking sheet to create individual mounds of caramel candy. I would love to hear your experience. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.
Yes although in baked goods, if its chocolate, like brownies or fudgy-like bars, I have been liking them lately. When cool they easily come off the parchment & then can be topped or dipped. Drop a small spoonful of the hot caramel into a bowl of ice water.
These would make an awesome addition to a cookie plate if youre the type that makes plates of treats for the neighbors during the holidays. Its helpful if they will fit in either fridge or freezer. I think that says a lot about the person you are. I ended up with perfectly round turtles and theyre about 2 bites each.
I also figured out that for melting the caramels, the Ziploc containers with the screw-on caps (the heavier plastic ones, 2 cup size) were almost non-stick and worked way better than a ceramic or glass bowl.
Once cooled, roughly chop the pecans and set aside. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in a heat proof bowl, stirring every 20 seconds until melted and smooth.
Mine werent totally set up for a couple of hours.
Place pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet. Holy antique photography but Idont delete oldposts because they remind me how far Ive come and how far my daughter has come. They came out with caramel bits instead of the squares, just like the morsels so I used those and it cut down on the microwave time and it prevented me from burning the caramel which I was concerned about.
I am scared to take them out to see if they still are to soft and still havent gotten hard enough to get them out of the pan. Melting the caramel can be tricky, so Ive given very detailed tips on how to melt it in the recipe card below. Stir in chopped pecans. Turned out great just like the store bought ones. Let sit for 1-2 hours, or till hardened.
What a lovely thing to make for your husband and sounds like you scored some points :) Glad the recipe is a keeper! The crunchy pecans, the chewy caramel, the chocolate that melts in your mouth. Cooking with pumpkin, Salted Caramel and Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars, 8 ounces pecan halves (I used roasted, lightly salted), 25 caramel squares, unwrapped (about 1 heaping cup), about 16 ounces roughly chopped chocolate, melted (I used 8 ounces dark and 8 ounces milk, both Trader Joes Pound Plus bars).
Make microwave caramel.
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It was one of his favorite candies and still is.
Bravo! I made some milk chocolate and some white chocolate, as well as some with Score toffee bits sprinkled on top. I used the Trader Joes roasted salted pecans but had to use 2-8oz packages as there were a lot of broken pieces but theyre great. Allow Turtles to firm up at room temp (will take many hours) or in the fridge or freezer (about 15 minutes) before serving. Thank you for the inspiration :).
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I cant have pecans, so Ill have to use almonds instead.
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I just copied you but mine arent coming out of the tin.
These homemade turtles are no-bake, easy, ready in under a half hour, and you only need 4 ingredients. Homemade always tastes better! Holiday White Chocolate Fudge This EASY foolproof white chocolate fudge recipe is perfect for Christmas and holiday parties! (I usually get about 20, but you can make them as small or large as you like).
Everything does taste better homemade! Regardless of whether youre making these to give to neighbors, or just keeping a stash handy for yourself, store these at room temperature in a container so the caramel stays soft and no one breaks their teeth on them!. Disappointing.
Definitely pinning these for later!
I found this recipe was incredibly easy and they tasted amazing.
So addictive.
Turtles are one of my favourite American treats, so I love the fact I can make these at home! Homemade Turtles Candy recipe - Baked pecans covered in a delicious homemade caramel and topped with with melted chocolate! Like inediblely too sweet.
I wouldnt have a website without readers like you who did just that as well. Ive found the ice water method to be more reliable, but if using a candy thermometer it should register between 238 - 240 degrees.
What a difference to eat turtles with fresh ingredients! You just need to melt them in the microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring in between them. chocolates fancy pants miscellaneous Wow that is really nice of you to notice that I reply to all my comments! But talk about a blast from the past, right?
I love turtles!
I love turtles too, Averie!
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I only used about 1 or 2 tbsp of cream for 1/2 a bag of caramels at a time and that was enough to make it runny when hot and it firmed up really well but was still chewy. I would totally eat these for lunch right now. After some trial and error, let me tell you, these homemade turtles are absolutely my new obsession! The caramel is runny and loose when it first comes together, but firms up quite a bit as it cools. I will try these again with a tablespoon at a time.
I made these but my caramel ran What did I do wrong? LOVE the extra special addition of sea salt, too!
So random what sticks in my brain.
These dont look like turtles.
Have dark, milk, and 72% always on hand :). I hope that I am inspiring women everywhere to use their creativity to build a better life.
It reminds me of the candy that my grandparents like from Fanny May. Glittery lip gloss? I made a couple of changes to your recipe, like I used rough-chopped macadamia nuts because I had some that needed to be eaten (theyre really bland when plain! I just made turtles last night and I tried two different methods with the pecans, the first was clumping the pecans into mounds as your recipe states. peanut butter comfort Thanks for sharing!
Shewas in cloth diapers then and now shes in glitterylip gloss. You can also freeze chocolate turtles for 2-3 months. I mean it should be as loose as caramel sauce, but it shouldnt be rock hard.
(Alternately, you can heat them in a hot skillet stirring constantly until they are fragrant, about 5 minutes.). Holiday Seven Layer Bars Soft, ultra chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips, shredded coconut, sprinkles, and more!!
Like honestly, thats my #1 candy in the whole world! Dont be intimidated about the candy making process, these turtles are really quite simple to make. Yummy! I melted 25 caramel squares with 1/4 cup cream in the microwave (or use the stove). They just may be thebest homemade candy around! I like to use 3-4 pecans, depending on size.
I have no choice.
Ive made that mistake before and everything stuck lol.
Drop a cluster into the melted chocolate and use a fork to coat it all over. Chocolate chips dont melt as well and can seize up in the microwave. (I usually get about 20, but you can make the candies as small or large as you like). Pinned! Wonderful!
I cannot even buy the Sees Nuts & Chews unless I have time for extra cardio because I love those things SO MUCH.
I was nervous making them for the holidays without practicing first. But I think my recipe that Ive posted is about as straightforward as Ive found for liquid caramel sauce (although this recipe for Turtles uses caramel squares; have to for consistency/texture). I did not microwave this recipe at all. Instead of using parchment paper, I sprayed cupcake tins with some Pam and they turned out amazing! I dont delete my old posts either, and wow, some of my old photos are cringe-worthy. originally published August 12, 2014 last updated May 17, 2020 Oh goodness your daughter is MUCH trendier than me! My moms maiden name is Luna, and Im one of the many crafty Lil Lunas in the fam. Ghiradelli is also really yummy. Use the back of your spoon to make a little swirl in the chocolate as you lift it. Its great to see that Ive learned a thing or two through the years, though.
I love that huge stack of turtles!! 1/4 cup? Home Dessert Candy & Treats Homemade Turtles. Fast, easy, no-bake and just 4 ingredients! LatelyI cant get enough of the pecan-caramel-chocolate combination.
This is the best thing my little eyes have seen in awhile. Save the recipe for holiday candy-making, birthdays, or for a last-minute hostess gift. I love the combination of all those flavors and textures too! Customize it with your favorite add-ins like cranberries and walnuts!
I need to invest in silicone liners or next time I will assemble them right on the baking sheet or counter. Reindeer Chow A holiday twist on classic Muddy Buddies thats EASY, ready in 15 minutes, and perfect for hostess gifts or cookie exchanges!! Way way too sweet.
Dip clusters in chocolate.
Drop caramel pecan clusters onto parchment paper. These soft and chewy Chocolate Turtles are so EASY to make and include clusters of homemade microwave caramel and toasted pecans, dipped in chocolate. Thank you! &
Pour the carmel on top of the nuts in circles the size you want your turtles to be and then cool (I cooled mine outside).
Make piles of about 5 pecans each and top each pile with caramel sauce. I tried these for the first time and the caramel was still a little too soft even the next day. I think next time I will try a little less corn syrup.
Remove from heat and stir in the remaining chopped chocolate that you set aside (this will temper the chocolate to help it set up better). i grew up watching my dad eat turtles. To make these easy pecan turtles, youll need: I used Trader Joes roasted, salted pecan halves. I think you should make them they way you want. Be patient, it can take awhile.
i would love to order the turtles with peanut butter and carmel ones .
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Oh boy, these look delicious! Love your site! We love peppermint treats likePeppermint Brownies,Peppermint Chocolate Delight,. Your email address will not be published. I used 1/4 cup total and have made the recipe with both Kraft brand caramels and Werthers Baking Caramels, but caramels vary and you may need less cream than I did. I used the Lindt squares because they were on sale at the grocery store yesterday, and they melt into a really smooth, almost liquid consistency. Yes the Kraft, or similar, in the clear cellophane wrappers. Beautiful! Just pour this over the pecans to solidify them together.
Thanks!! This could be very dangerous. I measured both caramel and chocolate more like how I thought they should look & topped them off with Maldons Sea salt flakes.. they look perfect & everyone loved them.
Instead of making the Homemade Turtles on parchment paper I decided to make them in my mini cupcake pan that makes 48 at once.
Im lucky if I make it out of my PJs And its a miracle if I remember to put on mascara. Take your time, dont overheat or heat too quickly, and keep stirring; it will come together. These turtles are so delicious. These little beauties look so delicious and caramel-y! Completely missed an opportunity to provide insight or help in any way whatsoever. As soon as your caramel is ready, quickly spoon the hot caramel on top of the clusters, making sure each pecan is covered with some caramel. I tried one and it was delicious.
Pinned and your photos are so beautiful! Give me strength :).
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Chewy, gooey, salty-and-sweet! I went ahead and pinned these to my Christmas board, because I do NOT want to forget about these come December! look no further!
Store turtles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment lined baking sheet to create individual mounds of caramel candy.
I made these today and couldnt be happier as they turned out perfect!
This is beautiful! That was my mistake that made this difficult. Thats my guess.
So I sprayed the pan really good, then placed a layer of pecans on the bottom, poured the carmel on top of pecans, and then the chocolate on top of the carmel. I love this recipe. Share it with your Facebook friends (you know theyll love it). Im not sure its a good thing that I now know how to make these so, Averie, you like nuts in candy, just not in baked goods?
I love turtles and these look delicious! Everyone loves these adorably festive Rice Krispie Easter Nests! These treats make perfect neighbor gifts for the holidays!
Crunchy, chewy, salty-and-sweet.
Just put them in cupcake holders!
I used dark chocolate & the caramels from Nuts.com and both are fabulous & I highly recommend!! Spoon a small spoonful of the caramel into the bowl of ice water. Ive always loved Turtles and decided to make my own. I love these.
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Those bars are THE BEST. Ive been experimenting with this recipe because I wanted to make a chocolate turtle with homemade caramel, but I also wanted them to be EASY to make!
and these would have been perfect! Add brown sugar, granulated sugar, sweetened condensed milk, and corn syrup and stir well to combine. = Isnt that the truth!!
Homemade always tastes better! I made this to take to Christmas dinner today, and Im so glad I did, they were such a hit!
Yum!! Thank you for taking the time :). At first glance, these bite sized treats look just like, Cute and simple Easter Rice Krispies, topped with creamy frosting and Easter egg candies, made to look like a nest.
Continue cooking and stirring till mixture reaches 235-240 degrees.
And yes, the Turtles are a little too easy :). I also love (hate) that theyre so easy to make :). On some, I sprinkled sea salt to play up the salty-and-sweet aspect. Let sit to harden. A FAST and EASY holiday recipe thats great for hostess gifts or cookie exchanges!! There has to be a more sure proof way of knowing.
Quickly spoon the caramel over the pecan clusters, making sure caramel is touching each of the pecans.
I dont think Ive ever eaten a turtle before That will have to be remedied! Thanks, Lori, they were super easy to pop, one after the next :).
I need lessons from her! Sometimes with doubling recipes, it doesnt always work out to be exactly doubling them. Thanks for pinning and I never forget about chocolate, funny how that works.
At this point, you can let the caramel set up and add the chocolate later. I made these when I hosted my first AvaHour and it was such a hit! Was great for a fathers day gift.
It will probably take about 3 to 4 minutes total, but you must stop and stir the mixture every 30 seconds so you dont burn it.
Love a good classic dessert like this. I used a candy thermometer and let the mixture get to about the 240ish mark.
Did yours pop out or did you have to loosen them abit?
Yes if you know what a real Turtle tastes like, the inside has some looseness to it. What a lovely gift! Simple Peanut Butter Balls are perfect for every peanut butter-chocolate lover. Wanting to put together goodie boxes for holidays and everyone would love these and the no-cook is even better! This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I dont have time to make caramel what do I do? I left them out on the porch to firm up, but even after a few hours out there, the caramel is still pretty gooey/sticky. Youre awesome, Alice! I made these for Christmas and they were amazing! 2.
I have to advise though, I made the recipe as written twice and both times it was a flop (using two different brands of caramel). Store turtles in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for 2-3 weeks.