How to Make Homemade Turtle Candy With Pecans and Caramel
1. Prepare the Pecan Base
Place the pecan halves flat side down on a parchment- or silicone-lined baking sheet.
Arrange them in groups of four in a cross or “X” shape, leaving some space between each group.
These will form the base of your turtle candies.
2. Melt the Caramel
Unwrap all the caramels and place them in a microwave-safe bowl.
Add 1 tablespoon of water to the bowl.
Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until the caramel is completely melted and smooth.
3. Add the Caramel
Use a spoon to drizzle caramel over the center of each group of pecans.
Be generous—this is what holds the candies together and gives them their chewy texture.
4. Melt the Chocolate
Place the chocolate chips in another microwave-safe bowl.
Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each one until melted and smooth.
5. Add the Chocolate
Spoon the melted chocolate over the caramel on each candy, covering the caramel generously.
6. Chill and Set
Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer.
Let the candies set for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Serving and Storage Tips
🍫 Serve cold or at room temperature.
🍫 Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
🍫 Great for gifting—wrap in cellophane bags with a ribbon!
Enjoy your delicious homemade turtle candy—it’s a family tradition you’ll love to share!
How to Make Homemade Turtle Candy With Pecans and Caramel
1. Prepare the Pecan Base
Place the pecan halves flat side down on a parchment- or silicone-lined baking sheet.
Arrange them in groups of four in a cross or “X” shape, leaving some space between each group.
These will form the base of your turtle candies.
2. Melt the Caramel
Unwrap all the caramels and place them in a microwave-safe bowl.
Add 1 tablespoon of water to the bowl.
Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until the caramel is completely melted and smooth.
3. Add the Caramel
Use a spoon to drizzle caramel over the center of each group of pecans.
Be generous—this is what holds the candies together and gives them their chewy texture.
4. Melt the Chocolate
Place the chocolate chips in another microwave-safe bowl.
Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each one until melted and smooth.
5. Add the Chocolate
Spoon the melted chocolate over the caramel on each candy, covering the caramel generously.
6. Chill and Set
Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer.
Let the candies set for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Serving and Storage Tips
🍫 Serve cold or at room temperature.
🍫 Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
🍫 Great for gifting—wrap in cellophane bags with a ribbon!
Enjoy your delicious homemade turtle candy—it’s a family tradition you’ll love to share!
