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Turtles Recipe 🐢

Indulge in the delightful sweetness of homemade Turtles – a classic candy treat that perfectly combines the rich flavors of caramel, pecans, and chocolate. This recipe, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com, offers a simple yet satisfying way to create these iconic confections right in your own kitchen. With a cook time of just 20 minutes and a total time of 1 hour and 20 minutes, you’ll soon be savoring every delicious bite of these homemade Turtles!

Overview:

• Name: Turtles
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Prep Time: 1 hour
• Total Time: 1 hour and 20 minutes
• Servings: 6
• Yield: 35-40 turtles
• Category: Candy
• Keywords: Dessert, Fruit, Nuts, Canadian, Weeknight, < 4 Hours

Ingredients:

• 1 cup margarine
• 2 1/2 cups butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 cup pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups pecan halves

Instructions:

1. Prepare Caramel:

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   • In a heavy saucepan, melt the margarine or butter over low heat.
   • Stir in the brown sugar, ensuring it is thoroughly combined.
   • Gradually add the light corn syrup, stirring constantly until all the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
   • Continue to cook and stir over medium heat until the mixture reaches a temperature of 235°F on a candy thermometer.

2. Incorporate Flavors:

   • Once the caramel reaches the desired temperature, remove the saucepan from heat.
   • Stir in the pure vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
   • Allow the caramel mixture to cool slightly.

3. Prepare Pecans:

   • While the caramel is cooling, preheat your oven to 300°F.
   • Spread the pecan halves evenly on a baking sheet.
   • Toast the pecans in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are fragrant and lightly browned.
   • Allow the toasted pecans to cool completely.

4. Assemble Turtles:

   • On a separate cookie sheet, arrange the toasted pecans in a spoke fashion, forming the body and limbs of the turtles. Place four pecan halves for the legs and one for the head.
   • Using a teaspoon, carefully drop small portions of the caramel mixture into the center of each cluster of pecans.
   • Chill the assembled turtles in the refrigerator until the caramel sets.

5. Coat with Chocolate:

   • Once the caramel has set, melt the chocolate wafers according to package instructions.
   • Spoon the melted chocolate over each chilled turtle, covering the caramel and pecans completely.
   • Return the turtles to the refrigerator to allow the chocolate to set.

6. Final Touches:

   • Once the chocolate has hardened, flip each turtle over and repeat the coating process on the other side.
   • Chill the turtles one final time until the chocolate is firm and glossy.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Once fully set, remove the turtles from the refrigerator and allow them to come to room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
   • Serve these homemade Turtles as a delightful treat for any occasion, or package them up to share with friends and family!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 1235.6
• Fat: 60.3g
  • Saturated Fat: 12.2g
• Cholesterol: 23.9mg
• Sodium: 505mg
• Carbohydrates: 176.9g
  • Fiber: 3.2g
  • Sugar: 143.8g
• Protein: 9g

Tips:

• For an extra flavor boost, consider using toasted almonds or walnuts in place of pecans.
• Ensure that the caramel reaches the proper temperature for optimal texture and consistency.
• Store leftover turtles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week for maximum freshness.
• Get creative with your chocolate coatings by using dark, milk, or white chocolate for a variety of flavor combinations.

Enjoy creating and savoring these homemade Turtles, a sweet and satisfying treat that’s perfect for sharing and indulging in any time of the year! 🍫🐢