Treat yourself to a bite of crunchy, chewy, sweet turtle candies! These incredibly decadent candies are made with 4 simple ingredients and easy steps. You’re going to LOVE this hassle-free, no-bake candy recipe!
Homemade Turtle Candies Recipe
I get it – candy recipes can sometimes be a bit daunting! They usually require a lot of precision and determination to get just right… Well, you won’t have to worry about all that with this easy turtle candies recipe.
This recipe calls for chocolate chips, crunchy pecans, chewy caramel, and just a dash of coconut oil. Altogether, those ingredients are whipped up with ease to create some of the BEST homemade candies!
Store-bought turtle candies are delicious – there’s no denying that. However, this homemade version is much better! The texture, flavor, and all-around satisfaction of biting into one of these candies surpasses any store-bought turtle.
Why You’ll Love this Turtles Recipe:
- Old fashioned treats: Turtles have been around for just over 100 years. It’s not hard to see why this tried and true candy has been a favorite of so many for so long!
- Simple: They say the simple things in life are free… Well, this recipe is close to being free! It’s made with 4 simple, inexpensive ingredients that prove you don’t need to spend a lot of money to enjoy the tastier things in life. Oh – and it’s NO-BAKE! It doesn’t get much more simple than that.
- Gift idea: Everyone loves turtles! Next time you need a stocking stuffer or gift for a friend, make a big batch of these easy turtle candies.
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How to Make Turtle Candies
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- Microwave the caramels in 30-second intervals.
- Stir in the coconut oil to the melted caramel.
- Stir in a cup of pecans.
- Place the crunchy caramel mixtures in small dollops on a prepared baking sheet.
- Microwave the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals.
- Spoon the chocolate over the caramel dollops.
- Sprinkle crushed pecans over the chocolate.
- Chill and allow to harden.
I always opt for semisweet chocolate chips when making turtle candies, but it’s really up to you! Semisweet chocolate chips provide the right balance of sweetness and bitterness that perfectly balance with the super sweet caramel. However, dark or milk chocolate would also work deliciously with this recipe. Whatever your preference is – these turtles are easy to personalize!
Make sure you’re adding enough coconut oil! If you’ve added a teaspoon and your caramel is still too thick, add half a teaspoon more and stir it in. Continue that process until it’s the desired consistency. Additionally, your caramel might need more time to heat up in the microwave. Keep stirring it every 30 seconds until it’s just right. Be careful not to let it burn!
In an airtight container at room temperature, these tasty treats will stay fresh for 2 weeks. Be sure to keep them in a cool, dark area that’s out of direct sunlight! If you want to make these candies last even longer, pop them in the freezer! When frozen, they’ll stay fresh for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy one, let it thaw out at room temperature for an hour or so.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- If you like salted caramel, add a small pinch of flaky sea salt on top of the still-warm chocolate along with the crushed pecans.
- Sometimes, 30-second intervals can be too long in the microwave. If your chocolate or caramel is almost fully melted, don’t be afraid to check up on it before the 30 seconds is up.
- To add more texture, consider making the nut mixture half pecans and half walnuts.
These perfectly sweet, crunchy, and no-bake turtle candies are the best chocolate and caramel treats you’ll ever try!
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Homemade Turtle Candy
Ingredients
- 24 individually-wrapped caramels
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1⅛ cups chopped pecans divided
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- Baking Sheet
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Place unwrapped caramels in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave caramels in 30-second intervals, stirring frequently, until they are completely melted.24 individually-wrapped caramels
- Stir in coconut oil until it melts.1 teaspoon coconut oil
- Stir in 1 cup of the pecans until they are completely coated.1⅛ cups chopped pecans
- Using a teaspoon, place scoopfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Set aside.
- Microwave the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring frequently, until they are completely melted.
- Spoon melted chocolate over the caramel clusters.
- Crush the remaining ⅛ cup (2 tablespoons) of pecans and sprinkle them over top of the chocolate. Chill and allow chocolate to harden.
Notes
- If you like salted caramel, add a small pinch of flaky sea salt on top of the still-warm chocolate along with the crushed pecans.
- Sometimes, 30-second intervals can be too long in the microwave. If your chocolate or caramel is almost fully melted, don’t be afraid to check up on it before the 30 seconds is up.
- To add more texture, consider making the nut mixture half pecans and half walnuts.
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