Chocolate Pecan Turtle Clusters (Printable View)

Toasted pecans meet gooey caramel and chocolate for bite-size indulgence, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

# Ingredient List:

01 - 2 1/2 cups pecan halves

02 - 1/2 cup salted butter

03 - 1 cup packed brown sugar

04 - Melted chocolate for drizzling

05 - Caramel sauce for drizzling

01 - Place pecan halves in a skillet over medium heat and toast, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and lightly golden.

02 - In a medium saucepan, melt the salted butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, stirring constantly until fully combined.

03 - Allow the butter and sugar mixture to come to a gentle boil and simmer undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes until bubbly and caramelized.

04 - Remove the saucepan from heat. Immediately add the toasted pecans, stirring just until the nuts are evenly coated with caramel.

05 - Spoon heaping tablespoonfuls of the pecan-caramel mixture onto a parchment-lined tray. Let clusters cool and harden at room temperature.

06 - Once clusters are cooled and set, drizzle with melted chocolate and caramel sauce as desired for additional richness.

07 - Allow clusters to cool completely before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

01 - If pecans are unavailable, substitute with walnuts or almonds for a varied flavor profile.

02 - Monitor caramel closely to prevent burning; aim for a temperature around 240°F for a chewy consistency.

03 - Avoid overmixing the pecans in caramel to maintain optimal texture.

04 - Store clusters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or refrigerate for extended freshness.