Easy Homemade Chocolate Pecan Turtle Clusters Recipe
Indulge in the perfect blend of crunchy pecans, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate with this easy-to-make Chocolate Pecan Turtle Clusters recipe. Ideal for holidays, gift-giving, or a sweet treat any time, these clusters are a crowd-pleaser that combines simplicity with decadent flavors. Follow this step-by-step guide to create a batch of irresistible turtle clusters that will leave everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
- °2 cups pecan halves
- °2 bags (12 oz each) chocolate chips
- °25 individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
- °2 tablespoons water
- °½ cup butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Toast Pecans: Arrange pecan halves on a baking sheet and bake for 7 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside to cool.
- Melt Chocolate: Melt chocolate chips in a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently to avoid burning. Keep warm.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with foil and grease lightly with butter.
- Make Caramel Mixture: Combine unwrapped caramels, water, and softened butter in a saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally until caramels are melted and smooth. Fold in the toasted pecans.
- Form Clusters: Drop spoonfuls of the caramel-pecan mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Allow to cool and harden.
- Coat with Chocolate: Pour the melted chocolate over the caramel clusters, ensuring they are fully coated. Refrigerate for about 1 hour until set.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once set, these Chocolate Pecan Turtle Clusters are ready to serve! Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
These homemade turtle clusters are perfect for dessert tables, holiday gifts, or as a special treat for yourself. Their crunchy, chewy, and chocolaty texture makes them irresistible!
