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Chocolate Pecan Turtle Clusters are the ultimate sweet treat, offering a perfect combination of crunchy, nutty pecans, smooth caramel, and rich chocolate. These little bites of heaven are ideal for a quick indulgence or a homemade gift for the holidays. With each bite, the buttery caramel and crunchy pecans perfectly complement the silky chocolate, making it an irresistible dessert.
- Ingredients:
For the Turtle Clusters:
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup caramel candies (or 1/2 cup homemade caramel sauce)
- 8 oz semisweet chocolate (or milk chocolate)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread the pecan halves evenly on the baking sheet and toast them in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and fragrant. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
- While the pecans are cooling, melt the caramel candies. If using store-bought caramel candies, place them in a heatproof bowl and microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted. If using homemade caramel sauce, ensure it’s smooth and pourable.
- Melt the chocolate in a separate heatproof bowl using a microwave or a double boiler. Stir in vanilla extract if desired for extra flavor.
- To assemble the turtle clusters, place a heaping spoonful of toasted pecans on the prepared baking sheet, grouping them in small clusters.
- Spoon a dollop of melted caramel over each cluster of pecans, then drizzle the melted chocolate on top of the caramel, covering the pecans and caramel completely.
- Allow the turtle clusters to set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or place them in the fridge for quicker setting (about 15 minutes).
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: 150 kcal (per cluster) | Servings: 12 clusters
