Best 4 Pretzel Turtles Recipes

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Pretzel turtles are a delicious and fun treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are made with three simple ingredients: pretzels, caramel, and chocolate. The pretzels give the turtles their crunch, the caramel provides a gooey center, and the chocolate adds a rich and decadent flavor. Whether you are looking for a sweet snack or a fun project to do with the kids, pretzel turtles are sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PRETZEL TURTLESĀ®



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Quick and easy TurtlesĀ® candies! Mini pretzels, caramel covered chocolate candies, and pecans make up this delicious treat.

Provided by Cacki

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Nut Candy Recipes

Time 14m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 3

20 small mini pretzels
20 chocolate covered caramel candies
20 pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Arrange the pretzels in a single layer on a parchment lined cookie sheet. Place one chocolate covered caramel candy on each pretzel.
  • Bake for 4 minutes. While the candy is warm, press a pecan half onto each candy covered pretzel. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 2.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 262.9 mg, Sugar 2 g

ROLO PRETZEL TURTLES



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Super-simple and sooooo good. Perfect for that sweet/salty craving. And only 3 ingredients! From glam.com. Try these at your next girls' night!

Provided by Epi Curious

Categories     Candy

Time 10m

Yield 30 cookies, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

30 Rolo chocolates
30 small pretzels (not sticks, but the flat, figure-8 shaped kind)
30 pecans or 30 walnuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Unwrap your Rolos. Place the pretzels on a baking sheet and top each one with a Rolo candy.
  • Bake in oven for 3-5 minutes, until the chocolate just begins to melt. The Rolo should be soft but not completely melted.
  • Remove from oven, place on cooling rack and immediately squish the chocolate with a nut. Watch the caramel ooze out. YUM.

ROLO PRETZEL TURTLES



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A friend shared this recipe with me a few days ago. If someone has already posted one like it please excuse. I am adding these to my Christmas basket for my grandkids. I got the gift bags (clear see through) and will fill it with these turtles and tie with a Christmas ribbon. When I saw them I thought of my oldest grandson...

Provided by Shirley Makekau

Categories     Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pkg small regular shaped pretzels (waffle squares or rounds)
1 13 oz pkg unwrapped rolo candies ( 60 in pkg)
1 pkg pecan halves (toasted) or almonds or m&m's

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven 250 degrees . Cover a cookie sheet with aluminum foil and place pretzels individually to form one layer only.
  • 2. Place one rolo candy on top of each pretzel.
  • 3. Bake at 250 degrees for about 4 minutes or until rolo's are softened.
  • 4. Immediately remove from oven and quickly place a pecan half on top of each candy and push down to squish the chocolate into the pretzel and flatten out.
  • 5. Cool for 20 minutes. Then place uncovered in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to set.
  • 6. Transfer to a decorative plate..
  • 7. TOASTING PECANS:
  • 8. Spread pecans out on a plate and microwave 30 seconds a time, Stir them around with your hands in between cooking times until toasted.
  • 9. NOTE: regarding the turtles.. if you don't like pecans you can use almonds or M & M candies.

ROLO PRETZEL TURTLES



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Categories     Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 3

20 small mini pretzels
20 chocolate covered caramel candies
20 pecan halves

Steps:

  • 1.Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). 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 for 4 minutes. While the candy is warm, press a pecan half onto each candy covered pretzel. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate. This will make a big difference in the taste of your turtles.
  • Don't overcook the pretzels. They should be golden brown and slightly crisp, but not hard.
  • Be careful when dipping the pretzels in the chocolate. Use a fork or toothpick to help you, and make sure that the pretzels are completely coated.
  • Allow the turtles to cool completely before serving. This will help the chocolate to set and the pretzels to become firm.
  • Store the turtles in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Pretzel turtles are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sweet and salty snack that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give pretzel turtles a try!

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