Butterscotch Turtles

Indulge in the irresistible combination of buttery caramel, rich chocolate, and toasty pecans with these homemade Butterscotch Turtles! This decadent treat features clusters of roasted pecan halves held together by a luscious homemade butterscotch caramel, all topped with a generous layer of smooth, melted semi-sweet chocolate. A hint of vanilla and a touch of salt enhance the flavors, making these turtles the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for gifting, holiday treats, or satisfying your sweet tooth anytime. With their adorable "turtle" shape and unforgettable flavor, these candies are bound to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups Pecan halves
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon Coconut oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange pecans in small clusters of 3-4 halves on a parchment-lined baking sheet to form the 'turtle' legs.

Step 2

Toast the pecans in the oven for 8-10 minutes until fragrant, then set aside to cool.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, heavy cream, and salt.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly for 5-7 minutes until thickened and caramel-like in consistency. Remove from heat and mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Spoon about 1 tablespoon of butterscotch mixture onto each pecan cluster, ensuring they stick together. Let the caramel set for 10 minutes.

Step 6

While the butterscotch sets, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl by heating in 20-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.

Step 7

Drizzle or spoon melted chocolate over each turtle, covering the caramel but leaving some pecans visible.

Step 8

Refrigerate the turtles for 20-30 minutes or until the chocolate sets. Remove from the fridge and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	933.5 grams (933.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4871

Total Fat 381.10g	489%
Saturated Fat 148.50g	743%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 368mg	123%
Sodium 702mg	31%
Total Carbohydrate 398.80g	145%
Dietary Fiber 38.60g	138%
Total Sugars 339.30g
Protein 38.80g	78%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 351mg	27%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 1227mg	26%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.2%

Protein: 3.0%

Carbs: 30.8%