Description
Indulge in these Slow Cooker Chocolate Turtles, a comforting and easy-to-make treat featuring crunchy pecans, gooey caramel, and smooth melted chocolate. Perfect as a sweet snack or dessert, these bite-sized delights can be prepared effortlessly in your slow cooker, combining rich flavors and textures in just a few simple steps.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup caramel candies
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Pecans: Layer the pecan halves evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker to form the base of the turtles.
- Melt the Caramel: In a saucepan over low heat, gently melt the caramel candies until completely smooth and pourable.
- Add Caramel to Pecans: Pour the melted caramel evenly over the pecan halves in the slow cooker, ensuring all pecans are coated.
- Cook in Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on the low setting for 2 hours, allowing the caramel to infuse the pecans and soften.
- Add Chocolate Chips: After cooking, remove the slow cooker insert from heat and sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly on top of the warm caramel-pecan mixture.
- Melt the Chocolate: Cover the slow cooker again and let it sit for several minutes until the chocolate chips melt. Stir gently to combine the chocolate into the mixture.
- Cool the Mixture: Spread the warm chocolate-pecan-caramel mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper, flattening it to an even layer.
- Break into Pieces: Allow it to cool completely at room temperature. Once set, break into individual bite-sized pieces to serve.
Notes
- Use high-quality caramel candies and chocolate chips for the richest flavor.
- Ensure the caramel is fully melted before pouring to avoid lumps.
- Cooling on parchment paper helps prevent sticking and makes it easier to break into pieces.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Adding sea salt balances the sweetness, but you can adjust the amount to taste.
