Description
Slow Cooker Chocolate Turtles are a delightful treat combining pecan halves, caramel, and chocolate, slow-cooked to perfection. These bite-sized confections offer a comforting mix of rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans, ideal for sharing or enjoying as a sweet snack.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup caramel candies
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare Pecans: Layer the pecan halves evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker to create the base for the turtles.
- Melt Caramel: Heat the caramel candies in a saucepan over low heat until fully melted and smooth, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Combine Caramel and Pecans: Pour the melted caramel evenly over the pecans inside the slow cooker, ensuring all nuts are well coated.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on low heat for 2 hours, allowing the caramel to infuse the pecans and develop a rich flavor.
- Add Chocolate Chips: After cooking, remove the slow cooker from heat and sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the top of the caramel-pecan mixture.
- Melt Chocolate: Cover the slow cooker again to allow the residual heat to melt the chocolate chips, then gently stir to combine caramel, chocolate, and pecans thoroughly.
- Cool Mixture: Transfer the combined mixture onto parchment paper and spread it out to cool and set.
- Serve: Once completely cooled and firm, break the mixture into bite-sized pieces to serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking while cooling.
- Ensure slow cooker is on low to avoid burning the caramel.
- You can substitute chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate depending on preference.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- For a saltier twist, sprinkle an extra pinch of sea salt over the cooled turtles before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
