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Christmas Pecan Turtles

Irresistible Christmas Pecan Turtles That Melt in Your Mouth

Christmas Pecan Turtles are delightful treats that melt in your mouth and are perfect for holiday gift-giving.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 24 turtles
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Turtles
  • 2 cups pecans toasted
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups chocolate chopped

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spread 2 cups of pecans evenly on a baking sheet. Toast for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter for about 30-45 seconds.
  3. Mix the melted butter with 1 cup of light brown sugar, 0.5 cup of granulated sugar, 0.5 cup of light corn syrup, and 1 cup of sweetened condensed milk.
  4. Transfer the mixture into the microwave and cook on high for 6 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  5. Remove the caramel mixture from the microwave and stir in 1.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Fold in the toasted pecans.
  6. Refrigerate the caramel-pecan mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  7. While the mixture is chilling, melt 2 cups of chopped chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.
  8. Once the caramel-pecan mixture has cooled, use a fork to dip portions into the melted chocolate.
  9. Refrigerate the coated turtles for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate has completely set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1turtleCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 35mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These turtles can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

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