The Vegan Homemade Turtles Candy is healthy and delicious. We prepare these candies in just two hours and 25 minutes, so they are perfect to prepare for quick dessert. These candies are made up of pecan halves, caramel ice cream topping, milk chocolate chips, and vegan shortening. Serve these vegan homemade turtle candies with vegan mocha, peanut butter cookies, vanilla latte, raspberries, chocolate truffles, or vegan popcorn. We can easily store these turtle candies, so we could prepare them earlier.
STATS:
- Total time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Serving size: 1 candy cluster
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Serving: 12 candy clusters
- Course: Dessert
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
EQUIPMENT:
- Baking sheet
- Silicone spatula
- Baking spoon
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Oven
- Baking paper
- Mixing bowl
- Heatproof microwave-safe bowl
- Measuring spoons & cups
INGREDIENTS:
- Quarter cup thick vegan caramel ice cream topping
- 1 cup vegan milk chocolate chips
- 2 cups pecan halves
- One tsp vegan shortening
INGREDIENT NOTES:
PECAN HALVES:
- Utilize the pecan halves to provide a delicious nutty flavor & crunchy texture. They will also give the candy clusters their traditional turtle shape and make every bite more satisfying. We would also utilize walnuts, almonds, or sunflower seeds instead if required.
VEGAN MILK CHOCOLATE CHIPS:
- Add the vegan milk chocolate chips to prepare these homemade turtle candies, and they will provide a rich chocolate flavor & smooth coating. They will also maintain the sweet taste of the caramel and make these candies taste delicious. Include vegan dark chocolate chips or chopped vegan chocolate bars as an alternative.
THICK VEGAN CARAMEL ICE CREAM TOPPING:
- Include the thick vegan caramel topping to provide the sweetness and soft, chewy texture to the candy clusters. It will also help hold the toasted pecans together before adding the melted chocolate. Utilize homemade vegan caramel sauce or thick date caramel instead if required.
VEGAN SHORTENING:
- Utilize the vegan shortening to melt the chocolate, and it will provide a smooth & glossy coating. It will also make the melted chocolate easier to drizzle or spoon over the caramel and pecans. I could utilize refined coconut oil or vegan butter as another option.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, warm the oven to 350°F and spread the pecan halves on the sheet.
- Toast the pecans for ten minutes, then cool completely and add them to the bowl.
- Pour the vegan caramel topping and mix it with the pecans properly to coat them well.
- Cover the sheet with baking paper & add a full tbsp of pecan mixture to make the small clusters.
- Then, chill the clusters for two hours and microwave the chocolate chips with vegan shortening in 20-second intervals.
- Spoon the melted chocolate over the caramel-pecan cluster and let the chocolate set at room temperature.
- Lastly, chill the candies and transfer them to a closed vessel or serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
HOT DRINKS:
- Vegan Hot Chocolate
- Vegan Vanilla Latte
- Cinnamon Almond Milk Coffee
- Vegan Mocha
DESSERTS:
- Chocolate Brownies
- Vanilla Cupcakes
- Chocolate Cake
- Peanut Butter Cookies
FRUIT:
- Fresh Strawberries
- Sliced Bananas
- Fresh Raspberries
- Apple Slices
TREATS:
- Gingerbread Cookies
- Chocolate Truffles
- Christmas Sugar Cookies
- Peppermint Bark
SNACKS:
- Vegan Popcorn
- Chocolate-Dipped Pretzels
- Roasted Almonds
- Vegan Coconut Bites
TIPS:
- Toast the pecans well to enhance the taste and bring out a richer flavor in the candies.
- Let the pecans cool, then stir in the caramel for better results and coating.
- Melt the chocolate gradually in short intervals so it doesn’t burn.
- Chill the prepared candies until the chocolate sets and the clusters become easy to handle.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Include the Turtle candies in a closed vessel and store for two weeks.
FREEZER:
- Freeze the candies for two months in the container.
FAQs:
What would be a suitable replacement for milk chocolate?
- You can leave out the milk chocolate and use vegan dark chocolate chips if you prefer.
Do I need to leave out the shortening from these candies?
- Yes, you can replace the shortening with a small quantity of coconut oil instead.
What causes the clusters to spread?
- Adding thin caramel helps the clusters spread during chilling.
Is it a good choice to make these candies earlier?
- Yes, you can prepare them a few days in advance and chill in the closed vessel.
Would other nuts work well in this recipe?
- Yes, you can use walnuts and almonds in place of pecanVegan Homemade Turtles Candy is a healthy dessert, prepared in two hours and 25 minutes, & pair with vegan mocha, peanut butter cookies, and vanilla latte.s.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 190 kcal
Net carbs: 13 g
Iron: 1.1 mg
Total carbs: 16 g
Vitamin A: 12 IU
Fiber: 3 g
Calcium: 20 mg
Protein: 2 g
Sodium: 25 mg
Potassium: 105 mg
