Indulge in the classic turtles candy experience without the refined sugar or dairy! This chocolate turtles candy recipe features crunchy pecans, rich dark chocolate and naturally sweet caramel made from dates, maple syrup, maca powder and SunButter. A sprinkle of sea salt ties it all together for a wholesome treat that’s as delicious as it is better-for-you. And, they’re fun to make!
Homemade Turtles Candy
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 20
Calories 128 kcal
Ingredients
- 100 pecans about 2 packages
- 1 tsp. Redmond Real Salt Sea Salt
- 3/4 cup Hu Chocolate Gems
Caramel
- 1 cup pitted dates soaked in warm water 15 minutes
- 2 Tbsp. SunButter Organic Sunflower Butter
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 tsp. maca powder
- 1/4 tsp. Redmond Real Salt Sea Salt
- 6 Tbsp. maple syrup
Instructions
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On baking pan lined with parchment paper, arrange 5 pecans together like flower petals. Repeat until there are 20 clusters.
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In food processor, combine all ingredients for caramel and blend until completely smooth.
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Pour 1-2 tablespoons caramel onto each pecan cluster so caramel covers the center where all pecans meet. Leave outer ends of pecans sticking out like turtle feet. Place pan with candies in freezer to set a few minutes while the chocolate is prepped.
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In double boiler or sauce pan over low heat, melt chocolate about two minutes until smooth. Remove turtles from freezer and press down on each with your finger to flatten caramel and allow poured chocolate to settle evenly. Add 1/2 tablespoon chocolate over caramel.
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Sprinkle each turtle with salt and refrigerate 5 minutes or until chocolate has set. Store in freezer.
Recipe Notes
Scoop up the ingredients you’ll need to make better-for-you turtles!
Nutrition Facts
Homemade Turtles Candy
Amount Per Serving
Calories 128
Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 3g
Cholesterol 0.1mg0%
Sodium 127mg5%
Potassium 135mg4%
Carbohydrates 14g5%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 6IU0%
Vitamin C 0.2mg0%
Calcium 36mg4%
Iron 0.4mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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