Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Easy Christmas Pecan Turtles! These delectable treats combine buttery richness, crunchy pecans, and smooth chocolate, creating a symphony of flavors perfect for holiday gatherings. Quick to prepare and beautifully presented, they make ideal gifts or party snacks that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup toasted pecans, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and toast the pecans on a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes until fragrant.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, stirring frequently until smooth.
- On parchment-lined trays, arrange pretzel clusters as a base and top each with a dollop of caramel sauce.
- Sprinkle the toasted pecans over the caramel and drizzle melted chocolate on top.
- Allow the turtles to cool at room temperature or refrigerate until set before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 turtle (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: - For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet. - Experiment with different nuts like almonds or walnuts for variety. - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.