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Chocolate Turtle Easter Eggs

Chocolate Turtle Easter Eggs

Delight in the sweetness of homemade Chocolate Turtle Easter Eggs, a perfect blend of rich dark chocolate, luscious caramel, and crunchy pecans. These delightful treats not only make for a festive addition to your celebrations but also offer a customizable experience that allows you to get creative with toppings and fillings. Ideal for Easter gatherings or as thoughtful gifts, these chocolate eggs are sure to impress your family and friends. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this recipe is accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Indulge in these sweet delights and bring joy to any occasion!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 12 Chocolate Turtle Easter Eggs 1x

Ingredients

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  • 7 ounces dark chocolate melting wafers
  • 5 ounces soft caramels
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream (or whole milk)
  • 1/3 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 ounce white chocolate melting wafers
  • confetti sprinkles
  • nonpareil sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Prepare your candy mold by placing it on a stiff baking sheet.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate in 30-second increments until smooth.
  3. Coat the molds with melted chocolate, ensuring even coverage; chill for 10 minutes.
  4. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt soft caramels with heavy cream until smooth, then mix in chopped pecans.
  5. Fill each mold with caramel mixture up to 1/8" from the top.
  6. Seal with remaining melted chocolate; chill for 20 minutes.
  7. Unmold your eggs and decorate with melted white chocolate and sprinkles if desired.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 egg (40g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: For variations, try using different nuts like walnuts or almonds in the filling. Consider adding flavored extracts such as vanilla or almond to enhance the caramel taste.

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