Chocolate Pecan Turtle Clusters are the ultimate treat, bringing together buttery pecans, rich caramel, and smooth chocolate in bite-sized clusters. This recipe will walk you through each step with tips to make these clusters as delicious and beautiful as the store-bought ones. Let’s get started on this journey to create a dessert that combines textures and flavors in the most delightful way!
Ingredients
To make about 24 clusters, gather the following ingredients:
- 2 cups (about 8 oz) pecan halves
- 14 oz (1 package) soft caramels (or make your own caramel if desired)
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 10 oz semi-sweet chocolate or dark chocolate chips (or finely chopped chocolate bar)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, for a shinier chocolate coating)
- Sea salt flakes (optional, for topping)