Homemade Turtle Candies Recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 1 bag (11 oz) soft caramels (Kraft or Werther’s work great)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1½ cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional, makes the chocolate smooth and glossy)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pecans

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Arrange pecan halves in small clusters (3–4 pecans each) about 2 inches apart. These will be the “legs” of the turtle.

Step 2: Melt the Caramel

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine caramels and heavy cream.
  • Heat in 30-second intervals,