Best 6 Pecan Turtles Recipes

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Pecan turtles, also known as pecan pralines, are a classic Southern candy that is easy to make and always a hit. The combination of crunchy pecans, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate makes them irresistible. They are also a great gift idea, as they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can have a batch of these delicious treats in no time.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PECAN TURTLES® BARS



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These are easy and delicious.

Provided by Marlyn Carrillo

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups brown sugar, divided
½ cup butter, softened
1 cup pecan halves
⅔ cup butter
1 cup milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine flour, 1 cup brown sugar, and softened butter in large mixer bowl. Beat at medium speed for 2 to 3 minutes or until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Pat mixture evenly onto bottom of ungreased 13x9-inch baking pan. Sprinkle pecans evenly over crumb mixture.
  • Combine 2/3 cup butter and remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar in small saucepan. Cook and stir over medium heat until entire surface is bubbly; cook, stirring constantly, 1/2 to 1 minute more. Pour into pan, spreading evenly over crust.
  • Bake in preheated oven until entire surface is bubbly, 18 to 20 minutes. Remove from oven; immediately sprinkle with chocolate pieces. Let stand 2 to 3 minutes to allow chocolate to melt; use a knife or small spatula to swirl chocolate slightly. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Use sharp knife to cut into 48 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.1 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 39.6 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

CHOCOLATE CARAMEL PECAN TURTLES



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One of our favorite Christmas treats loaded with pecans, delicious caramel and milk chocolate.

Provided by Six Sisters Stuff

Yield 50

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups pecan halves
1/2 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
7 ounces sweetened condensed milk (1/2 can)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
12 ounces milk chocolate chips
1/2 teaspoon shortening

Steps:

  • Toast pecans at 300 degrees on a cookie sheet for 5 to 6 minutes until fragrant. Let cool.
  • Line 2 large cookie sheets with parchment paper and spray lightly with non stick cooking spray.
  • Arrange the pecans on the sheet in small groups of 3.
  • To make the caramel, melt butter in a medium sized sauce pan.
  • Add brown sugar, corn syrup, 7 ounces sweetened condensed milk.
  • Cook and stir over medium high heat until it reaches 235 degrees on your candy thermometer or the soft ball stage. (Clings together well when you drop 1/2 teaspoon of caramel in cold water).
  • Then remove the caramel from heat and stir in vanilla. Carefully spoon caramel over each nut cluster covering all the nuts.
  • For the chocolate topping melt the chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl or big glass measuring cup. Heat for 30 seconds at a time stirring after each interval until all melted and smooth.
  • Then add in 1/2 teaspoon shortening to the melted chocolate chips. Stir all together until its blended in.
  • Spoon the melted chocolate over the caramel and spread around with the back of a spoon.
  • Once they set up you can eat them or store them in an airtight container.
  • Great for gift giving and holiday parties.

PECAN TURTLES



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I made these "turtle-like" concoctions one Christmas for a sweets exchange. My dad saw them on the counter waiting to be boxed up and couldn't believe I made them. He said they looked like they came from a candy shop. That's the best compliment I've ever received. -Carrie Burke Conway, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h15m

Yield about 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon plus 1 cup butter, divided
1 cup light corn syrup
2-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 pounds pecan halves, toasted
3/4 cup milk chocolate chips
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
4 teaspoons shortening

Steps:

  • Line baking sheets with waxed paper; lightly coat with cooking spray and set aside. Butter the sides of a heavy saucepan with 1 teaspoon butter. Cube remaining butter; place in pan. Add the corn syrup, brown sugar and salt. Cook and stir until sugar is melted., Gradually stir in milk. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 248° (firm-ball stage), about 16 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Gently stir in pecans. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm, about 12 minutes. , In a microwave, melt chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over clusters. Chill until firm. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 22g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 94mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PECAN TURTLES® PIE BARS



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If you like Turtles®, you will like these pecan pie bars.

Provided by Karla W

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
⅔ cup white sugar
½ cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
1 pinch salt
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
⅔ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup light corn syrup
3 eggs
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Beat white sugar, butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and pinch of salt together in a bowl until smooth; add flour and stir until dough forms. Press dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly brown, 15 to 17 minutes. Cool crust completely.
  • Whisk brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, remaining vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon salt together in a bowl; add pecans and stir to combine. Pour brown sugar mixture over cooled crust.
  • Bake in the oven until golden brown and filling is set, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool to room temperature; cut into 36 bars. Place bars in refrigerator until cold, about 1 hour.
  • Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each melting, for 1 to 3 minutes (depending on your microwave). Set cold bars on waxed paper and drizzle melted chocolate over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 48.8 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

PECAN TURTLES



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I love making candy and every recipe I give to you I have tried.This is A simple recipe that my family begs for every year.I hope you enjoy.!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Provided by Zelda Hopkins

Categories     Candies

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 c butter
1/2 c brown sugar, lightly packed
2/3 c sweetened condensed milk
1/2 c light corn syrup
1 dash(es) salt
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 c pecans, half and pieces
16 oz chocolate chips, melted

Steps:

  • 1. Melt butter in saucepan. Stir in sugar, milk, corn syrup, and salt. Bring to a boil--Reduce to very low heat. Cook, Stiring almost constantly 25 - 30 minutes or until hard ball stage in cold water. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and pecans. Drop in 1 1/2 inch wide mounds from spoon onto buttered foil. With spoon spread small amount of melted chocolate over each candy. Let stand until firm. Wrap each turtle separately in plastic wrap.

QUICK AND EASY PECAN TURTLES



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If you love Turtles, you'll love these! Had these little treats at our office Christmas party and they were a HUGE hit!

Provided by Connie Osborn

Categories     Chocolate

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 bag snyder's of hanover square shaped butter pretzels
1 bag rolo ( chocolate covered caramel candies)
1 bag pecan halves

Steps:

  • 1. Unwrap Rolo candies and place in bowl for later.
  • 2. Arrange the pretzels in a single layer on a parchment lined cookie sheet. Place one chocolate covered caramel candy on each pretzel.
  • 3. Bake on 300 degrees for 5 minutes. Place in oven to soften rolos, approximately 5 minutes. Check occassionally, don't let them melt.
  • 4. Take out of oven.
  • 5. Push a pecan half on top of each rolo
  • 6. Set in a cool area or fridge to harden.
  • 7. Remove from fridge and store in bag or container.
  • 8. ENJOY

Tips:

  • Use a kitchen thermometer to check the temperature of the caramel. This will ensure that it reaches the correct stage and doesn't overcook.
  • Work quickly when making the turtles. The caramel will start to set quickly, so you need to work quickly to get the pecans and chocolate on top before it hardens.
  • If the caramel is too thick, add a little bit of water. This will help to thin it out and make it easier to work with.
  • If the caramel is too thin, cook it for a little longer. This will help to thicken it up.
  • Be careful not to overcook the pecans. They should be toasted, but not burnt.
  • Use a good quality chocolate for the turtles. This will make a big difference in the taste of the final product.
  • Store the turtles in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Pecan turtles are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a sweet snack. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect pecan turtles every time. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give pecan turtles a try. You won't be disappointed.

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