Caramel Pecan Turtles Recipe

Name: Caramel Pecan Turtles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Butter Flavor Crisco (or 1 butter flavor crisco stick); 1 ½ cups sugar; ½ cup brown sugar; 2 tablespoons milk; 3 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 4 cups flour; 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda; 1 ½ teaspoons cream of tartar; 1 teaspoon salt; 28 caramels; 2 tablespoons milk; 3 cups pecan halves; 1 (6 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips

Servings: persons

1 cup Butter Flavor Crisco (or 1 butter flavor crisco stick)
1 ½ cups sugar
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons milk
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 cups flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 ½ teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon salt
28 caramels
2 tablespoons milk
3 cups pecan halves
1 (6 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips

1
Cream Butter Flavor CRISCO and sugars together.
2
Add milk.
3
Beat in eggs one at a time; add vanilla.
4
Combine flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt.
5
Mix into creamed mixture.
6
Chill for one hour.
7
Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
8
Roll out 1/3 of the dough at a time, to about 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface.
9
Cut out with 2 1/4-inch cookie cutters.
10
Place 2 inches apart on un-greased baking sheet.
11
Bake for 5-6 minutes, or until edges are slightly golden.
12
Remove immediately to cooling rack.
13
Caramel and Chocolate Topping.
14
Combine caramels and milk in microwave-safe bowl.
15
Cover with waxed paper.
16
Microwave at 50%(MEDIUM).
17
Stir after 1 minute.
18
Repeat until smooth (or melt on rangetop in small saucepan on very low heat).
19
Drop rounded teaspoonfuls on top of each cookie.
20
Place 3 pecan halves around edge of caramel to resemble turtles.
21
Place chocolate chips in microwave-safe cup.
22
Microwave at 50% (MEDIUM)for 1 minute.
23
Stir after 1 minute.
24
Repeat until smooth (or melt on rangetop in small saucepan on very low heat).
25
Place melted chocolate in a small plastic baggie.
26
Cut the corner off the bag and drizzle a small amount of chocolate in the center of the cookie.
27
Do not cover the pecans.
28
Cool completely.

2745

kcal

Calories

193

Fat

236

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup Butter Flavor Crisco (or 1 butter flavor crisco stick), 1 ½ cups sugar, ½ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons milk, and more.

Yes, Caramel Pecan Turtles falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Caramel Pecan Turtles

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Variations & substitutions

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