For a richer flavor, use salted butter and omit the added salt. If you don't have a candy thermometer, use the cold water test to determine when the caramel is ready. Drop a small amount of caramel into a glass of cold water. If it forms a firm ball, it's ready. Experiment with different types of nuts, such as walnuts or almonds. For a festive touch, sprinkle the chocolate-covered caramels with sea salt or chopped nuts before the chocolate sets.
Turtles® Candies
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 30 mins
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SERVING36 People
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VIEWS21
Indulge in these delectable homemade Turtles® Candies, a symphony of rich caramel, crunchy pecans, and smooth chocolate. Perfect for holiday gifting or a sweet treat any time of year, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate16 g
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Cholesterol2 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium46 mg
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Sugar13 g
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Fat8 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Prepare your baking sheets by lightly greasing two of them. (5 minutes)
02
Step
2 mins
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and salt, stirring to combine. Gradually whisk in the corn syrup and sweetened condensed milk. (2 minutes)
03
Step
20 mins
Continue cooking, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching, until the mixture reaches 250°F (121°C) on a candy thermometer, or until a small drop of the caramel forms a firm ball when dropped into cold water. This will take approximately 15-20 minutes.
04
Step
2 mins
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the chopped pecans and vanilla extract until evenly distributed. (2 minutes)
05
Step
10 mins
Drop spoonfuls of the caramel-pecan mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart. (10 minutes)
06
Step
45 mins
Allow the caramels to cool completely and firm up. This will take about 30-45 minutes at room temperature, or you can speed up the process by refrigerating them for 15-20 minutes.
07
Step
5 mins
In a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (or in the microwave in 30-second intervals), melt the chocolate chips, stirring frequently until smooth. (5 minutes)
08
Step
15 mins
Dip each cooled caramel into the melted chocolate, ensuring it's fully coated. Place the chocolate-covered caramels back onto the prepared baking sheets. (15 minutes)
09
Step
30 mins
Let the chocolate set completely. You can refrigerate the candies for a quicker set. (30 minutes)
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Geovanny Willms
Jun 19, 2025Easy to follow recipe and delicious results!
Caterina Robel
Jun 9, 2025The caramel was perfectly chewy, and the chocolate was so smooth. Will definitely make again!
Andres Glover
Jun 8, 2025These were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.
Bianka Mohr
May 25, 2025I added a sprinkle of sea salt on top, and it was the perfect balance of sweet and salty.