Description
Indulge in the delightful world of homemade Chocolate Turtle Easter Eggs, a perfect treat for any celebration. These charming candy eggs are filled with a luscious caramel and pecan mixture, encased in rich dark chocolate, and topped with colorful sprinkles. Not only are they easy to make, but they also allow for endless customization to suit your taste. Whether you’re hosting an Easter gathering, a family get-together, or simply want to satisfy your sweet tooth, these chocolate candies will impress everyone! Enjoy creating memories while making these delicious treats that are sure to bring smiles.
Ingredients
- 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
- Prepare your workspace by placing a candy mold on a baking sheet.
- Melt dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments until smooth.
- Coat the candy molds with melted chocolate and refrigerate for about 10 minutes.
- In a saucepan, melt soft caramels with heavy cream; stir in chopped pecans.
- Fill the hardened chocolate molds with the caramel mixture, leaving space at the top.
- Top each mold with remaining melted dark chocolate and chill for another 20 minutes.
- Unmold and decorate with melted white chocolate and sprinkles before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg