Turtle Candy with Pecans and Caramel
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces milk chocolate, chopped
- Sea salt for sprinkling (optional)
Directions:
1. Toast the Pecans:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread the pecan halves on a baking sheet and toast them for about 8-10 minutes, or until they smell fragrant. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning. Once done, take them out and set aside.
2. Make the Caramel:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar and butter.
- Stir constantly until the mixture melts and becomes a light golden color, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Carefully add the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Be cautious as it may bubble up! Stir until everything is smooth and well mixed. Remove from heat.
3. Assemble the Turtle Candies:
- On a parchment-lined baking sheet, create clusters of toasted pecans, using about 4-5 halves for each cluster.
- Drizzle the warm caramel over the pecan clusters, making sure they are nicely coated.
4. Melt the Chocolate:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chopped milk chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until it’s completely smooth.
5. Top with Chocolate:
- Spoon the melted chocolate over the caramel-covered pecans, ensuring they’re fully covered.
- If you like, sprinkle a little sea salt on top for extra flavor.
6. Let Set:
- Allow the turtle candies to cool at room temperature until the chocolate hardens. If you want to speed things up, pop them in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
Your delicious Turtle Candies with Pecans and Caramel are ready to enjoy! Treat yourself and share with friends!
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