Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with these Easy Christmas Pecan Turtles! This delightful treat features a perfect blend of crunchy pecans, creamy caramel, and rich chocolate, making them an ideal gift or a sweet addition to your holiday gatherings. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can whip up these delicious turtle candies that are sure to impress friends and family alike. Whether you’re looking for a quick dessert or something special for gifting, these homemade pecan turtles are the answer. Enjoy the satisfaction of creating this classic holiday confection right from your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pecans
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup condensed milk
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and toast the pecans on a baking sheet for about 8-10 minutes.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt together the butter, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, corn syrup, and condensed milk until combined.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Pour over toasted pecans and mix gently.
- Drop clusters of the mixture onto parchment paper and let cool until set.
- Melt chopped chocolate and dip each cluster, then place back on parchment to cool.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turtle (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg