Crockpot Turtle Candy Recipe

4.72 from 14 votes

Super fun and cute to serve up for Christmas, this turtle candy is made in the crockpot for an effortless sweet treat! Chocolate and caramel covered pecans are topped with festive sprinkles for the perfect sweet snack.

Prep Time30

Cook Time1 30

Total Time2

Course: candy, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: candies

Author: Becky Hardin

Equipment

Kitchen Scale (optional)
Crockpot

Ingredients

16 ounces chopped pecans 454 grams
24 ounces melting chocolate 680 grams
4 ounces German chocolate 113 grams (1 bar)
11 ounces caramel bits 312 grams
¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips 128 grams
Holiday sprinkles optional, for garnish

Instructions

Place the pecans, chocolate, and German chocolate bar into the crockpot.
16 ounces chopped pecans, 24 ounces melting chocolate, 4 ounces German chocolate
Cover and cook on LOW for 90 minutes.
Stir the melted chocolate to completely coat the pecans.
Add the caramel bits, stirring to combine with the other ingredients, and allow to melt for about 3-5 minutes.
11 ounces caramel bits
Scoop the chocolate covered pecans out and place on a sheet of parchment paper, leaving space between each turtle candy.
Melt the semisweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe container in 15-20 second bursts, stirring each time until smooth.
¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips
Drizzle the melted chocolate chips over the clusters and garnish with holiday sprinkles (if desired).
Holiday sprinkles
Allow to set completely before serving.

Notes

Use parchment paper to place the turtles on. They will be really easy to remove this way to serve.
Allow about 30 minutes for the chocolate turtles to set in the fridge. If you are in a hurry, you can chill them in the freezer.
These are perfect for gift giving! Place in a cellophane bag, add a gift tag and you're done!

Storage: Store crockpot turtle candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or in the freezer for up to 4 months.

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