03 Place the pecans in groups of four, each pointing in a distinct direction, like turtle legs. Alternatively, you may just arrange them on the baking sheet in little clusters.
04 Put the caramels in a bowl that is safe to put in the microwave after unwrapping if they were. To make the finished result softer, add a teaspoon of water if they are really stiff. Melt them in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds.
05 Let the caramel cool somewhat so that it's not scorching hot, and then fill each nut cluster with a dollop of caramel using a spoon or a tiny candy scoop. Don't worry about the turtles staying round or about some of the pecans peeking through; they are supposed to be a rustic sweet.
06 Use a double boiler or the microwave to melt chocolate chips.
07 Spoon the melted chocolate over the caramel layer, pushing it around to cover the whole top of the caramel and allowing some to drop down the edges.
08 Refrigerate the candy baking sheet for at least 30 minutes to let the chocolate and caramel to set completely.
09 Serve the turtles room temperature for optimal flavor and texture. Extras may be kept for up to two weeks at room temperature or in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
04 Put the caramels in a bowl that is safe to put in the microwave after unwrapping if they were. To make the finished result softer, add a teaspoon of water if they are really stiff. Melt them in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds.
05 Let the caramel cool somewhat so that it's not scorching hot, and then fill each nut cluster with a dollop of caramel using a spoon or a tiny candy scoop. Don't worry about the turtles staying round or about some of the pecans peeking through; they are supposed to be a rustic sweet.
06 Use a double boiler or the microwave to melt chocolate chips.
07 Spoon the melted chocolate over the caramel layer, pushing it around to cover the whole top of the caramel and allowing some to drop down the edges.
08 Refrigerate the candy baking sheet for at least 30 minutes to let the chocolate and caramel to set completely.
09 Serve the turtles room temperature for optimal flavor and texture. Extras may be kept for up to two weeks at room temperature or in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
