Description
Irresistible chocolate pecan turtle clusters beckon with their rich caramel and nutty charm. Homemade confections invite sweet indulgence, promising delightful moments of pure chocolate bliss you’ll savor with every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (180 grams) pecan halves, toasted
- 1 ½ cups (270 grams) semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup (240 grams) soft caramels, unwrapped
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) heavy cream
- Sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare a baking surface by lining a sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat, ensuring a smooth, non-stick foundation for the turtle clusters.
- Create delicate pecan arrangements by positioning 3-4 halves in small star-shaped clusters, with nut ends gently touching, covering the entire prepared surface.
- Craft a luscious caramel sauce by combining soft caramels and cream in a microwave-safe vessel, gently heating and stirring at intervals until the mixture transforms into a silky, uniform liquid.
- Generously drizzle the warm caramel onto the center of each pecan formation, allowing it to cascade slightly over the nuts, creating a golden, glossy layer.
- Pause to let the caramel stabilize and set for approximately 10 minutes, ensuring a solid base for the next layer.
- Transform chocolate chips into a smooth, glossy coating by melting them carefully in short microwave bursts, stirring between each interval to prevent scorching.
- Crown each caramel-coated cluster with a generous spoonful of molten chocolate, gently spreading to envelop the caramel completely.
- Optional: Sprinkle a delicate pinch of sea salt across the chocolate surface for an elegant flavor enhancement.
- Allow the clusters to solidify naturally at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or accelerate the process by placing them in the refrigerator.
- Serve these decadent treats immediately or preserve their delicate texture by storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- Ensure pecans are fresh and crisp for the best texture and flavor in your clusters.
- Use high-quality caramels or homemade caramel sauce for a more rich and authentic taste experience.
- Experiment with different chocolate types like dark, milk, or white chocolate to customize the clusters to your preference.
- Keep clusters at room temperature for softer texture or refrigerate for a firmer, more structured bite that holds together well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg