ICE CREAM TURTLE

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I found this recipe in an old magazine and thought it would be perfect to make for my grandson's birthday. It was so cute and my grandson loved it.-Joanne Wright, Niles, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 6 desserts.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 chocolate-covered coconut candy bars (1-3/4 ounces each)
12 vanilla or white chips
6 ice cream waffle bowls
6 scoops ice cream of your choice
24 pecan halves
2 chocolate licorice twists, cut into thirds

Steps:

  • Cut a third off each candy piece, reserving large ends for turtle heads (save small ends for another use). Cut a small hole in the corner of a pastry or plastic bag; fill with frosting. On each turtle head, secure two vanilla chips with frosting to resemble eyes. Pipe a dot in the center of each chip for pupil; pipe frosting over top of chips for eyelids. Pipe a turtle shell pattern onto waffle bowls; set aside., Place a scoop of ice cream on each serving plate. Working quickly, position four pecan halves around each scoop for feet; press slightly to secure. , Press a licorice piece into ice cream for tail. Place waffle bowl over ice cream, making sure feet and tail show. Position head at opposite end of tail. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 16g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 88mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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