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Christmas Pecan Turtles

Delightful Christmas Pecan Turtles for Festive Gifting

These Christmas Pecan Turtles combine caramel, crunchy pecans, and chocolate for a delightful homemade gift.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Turtles
  • 2 cups Pecans Opt for toasted pecans for enhanced flavor.
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds richness.
  • 0.5 cups Light Brown Sugar Can substitute with dark brown sugar.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar All-purpose sugar works best.
  • 0.5 cups Light Corn Syrup No substitutes for texture.
  • 0.5 cups Sweetened Condensed Milk Do not use unsweetened.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 2 cups Chopped Chocolate Use semisweet or dark chocolate as preferred.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Christmas Pecan Turtles
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread 2 cups of pecans evenly on a baking sheet and toast them for 8-10 minutes until golden-brown and fragrant.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Once melted, add ½ cup each of light brown sugar, granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk. Stir until fully combined.
  3. Microwave the blended ingredients on high for 6 minutes, stirring halfway through. The mixture should bubble gently as the sugars dissolve.
  4. Stir in 1½ teaspoons of pure vanilla extract into the warm caramel mixture. Fold in the toasted pecans, ensuring they are well coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up before shaping.
  6. Melt 2 cups of chopped chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and glossy.
  7. Using a fork, dip small portions of the cooled pecan caramel mixture into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully covered, and place on wax paper.
  8. Refrigerate the dipped turtles for about 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 75IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store the Christmas Pecan Turtles in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for 2 weeks, or freeze for 3 months.

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