Homemade Turtle Candy with Pecans and Caramel | June 26, 2025

Turtle candies are a classic treat that combines the rich flavor of pecans, chewy caramel, and smooth chocolate. This recipe shows you how to make these delicious candies from scratch.

Ingredients :

• Pecan halves (lightly toasted) 2 cups
• Soft caramels (unwrapped) 1 package (11 oz)
• Heavy cream 2 tablespoons
• Semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate) 2 cups
• Vegetable oil or coconut oil (optional) 1 tablespoon
• Sea salt (for sprinkling) Optional
• White chocolate (melted, for drizzling) Optional

Directions :

 

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