TURTLE CANDY

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I make these wonderful Turtle Candies every year for the Holidays! Enjoy!

Provided by Turnips 2 Tangerines (Lynn H)

Categories     Nuts

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 oz) pkg caramels
2 Tbsp heavy cream
1 c pecan halves, salted
1 lb milk chocolate (ambrosia dipping chocolate) or
16 (1 oz) oz squares, semi-sweet chocolate

Steps:

  • 1. In the top of a double boiler over hot water. Melt caramels in heavy cream. Stir until smooth.
  • 2. Arrange pecan halves in groups of 4-5 on a greased waxed paper. Spoon caramel mixture into a small mound in the middle of nuts. The caramel should partially cover the nuts to keep them in place. Let stand until caramel is hard.
  • 3. In top of a double boiler over hot water, melt chocolate, stir gently.
  • 4. Using a small spoon, coat caramel with melted chocolate. Refrigerate for 30 mins or until chocolate is firm. Store in air tight container.

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