Instructions
- Prep the Pecans:
Arrange the pecan halves in small clusters of 3–4 on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Toast them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes, until fragrant. - Make the Caramel:
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk. Stir continuously.
Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 5–7 minutes, until the mixture reaches a soft-ball stage (about 238°F / 114°C) on a candy thermometer. - Add Vanilla & Pour:
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Working quickly, spoon about a tablespoon of caramel over each pecan cluster. Let cool for about 15–20 minutes until the caramel sets slightly. - Melt the Chocolate:
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in 20-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth. - Finish the Clusters:
Spoon melted chocolate over each caramel-pecan mound, spreading slightly to cover. Let them set at room temperature or refrigerate for 15 minutes until firm. - Serve & Enjoy:
Once set, gently peel the clusters off the parchment. Store in an airtight container — if they last that long! 😉
Conclusion
Chocolate Pecan Turtle Clusters are more than candy — they’re a bite-sized piece of happiness.
They bring people together, spark joy, and remind us that the best things in life are often homemade.
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