Pretzel and Rolo Turtles Recipe

Course: candy, chocolate, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 3

Total Time: 13

Servings: turtles

Calories: 39kcal

Author: Becky Hardin

These Rolo Pretzel Turtles are an easy holiday candy made with pretzels, Rolos, and pecans. Salty, sweet, and ready in just minutes!

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Equipment

Baking Sheet

Ingredients

20 pretzels *
20 Rolo candies unwrapped**
20 pecan halves ***

Instructions

Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Spread the pretzels out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
20 pretzels
Place an unwrapped Rolo onto each pretzel.
20 Rolo candies
Place the baking sheet into the preheated oven on the center rack and bake for 3-4 minutes, until the Rolos have softened.
Once the bake time is up, remove the baking sheet from the oven, then gently press a pecan half down into each Rolo.
20 pecan halves
Let cool completely, then serve.

Notes

*While any pretzel will work, I recommend using pretzel snaps or classic twists. They're the perfect size!

**If you can't find Rolos, unwrapped soft caramels, Hershey's Kisses, mini Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, or any other mini candy bar will work.

***Try cashews, almonds, or even toasted pumpkin seeds for a nut-free option.

Tips:

The Rolos are ready when they look shiny and slightly slumped, not melted flat. That’s the sweet spot where the caramel is soft enough to press but not runny.
Work fast so that the Rolos/candies don't have a chance to set back up!
Use the pecan to press straight down instead of twisting; it keeps the caramel centered and prevents the chocolate from cracking.
Cool these candies at room temperature the counter, not in the fridge. Rapid cooling can cause the chocolate to bloom (turn dull or streaky).
Sprinkle sea salt, crushed peppermint, or holiday sprinkles on top before the chocolate sets.
For an extra flair, drizzle the finished turtles with caramel or chocolate sauce.

Microwave Instructions: Arrange the pretzels on a parchment-lined, microwave-safe plate and top each with an unwrapped Rolo. Microwave on medium power (50%) for 20-30 seconds, just until the Rolos look shiny and slightly softened (not melted). Quickly press a pecan half into each Rolo, then let cool at room temperature or chill for 5-10 minutes to set. Work in batches.

Storage: Store pretzel and Rolo turtles in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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