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    Healthy Homemade Chocolate Turtles

    Published: Dec 20, 2019 · Modified: Jun 3, 2021 by Mariah Mandile

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    Tis' the season for NUTTY treats! You are going to love my Healthy Homemade Chocolate Turtles. They're easy to whip up, and way too easy to eat. Plus you only need 5 simple ingredients, and they take less than an hour to make! Great candy option for anyone who is Vegan, Paleo, or Gluten-Free. (Updated March 2021.)

    Baking sheet with candied pecans.
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    🍴Ingredient Notes

    • Raw Pecans - You can also use almonds! Both are delicious with this recipe.
    • Melted Coconut Oil - Coconut oil is one of my favorite dairy-free alternatives to butter!
    • Maple Syrup - You can also use honey for this recipe.
    • Cinnamon - Cinnamon is optional, but it adds a nice layer of flavor!
    • Dark Chocolate Chips - You can also use any dark chocolate bar!  Since I’m dairy-free I like to use vegan chocolate chips. I personally love the brand Pascha – they make high quality chocolate that’s dairy-free and soy-free. The 85% dark chips are my favorite because they’re sweet but not too sweet! They also have a 100% cacao option that is great for anyone who is sugar free.

    🍴Step by Step Instructions

    Preparing candied pecans

    1. Start by tossing your pecans in the coconut oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt. Make sure they're evenly coated.
    2. Spread them onto your baking sheet - if it's not non-stick use parchment paper.

    Baking candied pecans

    1. Bake at 325 degrees for 12 minutes. (Keep an eye - they can burn easily.)
    2. If you're going to eat them as is, let them cool first!

    Making the Dark Chocolate Turtles

    • If you're going to make the chocolate turtles, melt the chocolate bar + coconut oil together in a small bowl. Stir until it has a smooth and creamy consistency.
    • Clump 3-4 nuts together on parchment paper, then drizzle a generous amount of chocolate over each clump.
    • Let them cool for about an 45-60 minutes before serving. This will allow enough time for them to set before transferring to a plate or container.

    How to store leftovers

    I like to store my leftovers in an air tight container in the refrigerator. You can also freeze some for later! They store well in the freezer for up to a couple months. To defrost, leave them on the counter or in the refrigerator.

    More chocolate recipes!

    • Caramel Coconut Candy Bars
    • Cranberry Relish Candy Bars

    Recipe

    Plate of chocolate pecan turtles.

    Healthy Homemade Chocolate Turtles

    Tis' the season for NUTTY treats! You are going to love my Healthy Homemade Chocolate Turtles. They're easy to whip up, and way too easy to eat. Plus you only need 5 simple ingredients, and they take less than an hour to make! Great candy option for anyone who is Vegan, Paleo, or Gluten-Free.
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 12 mins
    Cooling Time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 27 mins
    Course Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10
    Calories 255 kcal

    Equipment

    • Non-Stick Baking Sheet
    • Parchment Paper
    • Oven

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 Cups Raw Pecans
    • 1 Tablespoon Melted Coconut Oil
    • 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup
    • + 1 Teaspoon Maple Syrup
    • ¼ Teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ Teaspoon Cinnamon

    Chocolate Layer

    • 1 Cup Dark Chocolate Chips You can also use any dark chocolate bar!
    • ½ Teaspoon Coconut Oil

    Instructions
     

    • Start by tossing your pecans in the coconut oil, maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt. Make sure they're evenly coated.
    • Spread them onto your baking sheet - if it's not non-stick use parchment paper.
    • Bake at 325 degrees for 12 minutes. (Keep an eye - they can burn easily.)
    • If you're going to eat them as is, let them cool first!
    • If you're going to make the chocolate turtles, melt the chocolate bar + coconut oil together in a small bowl. Stir until it has a smooth and creamy consistency.
    • Clump 3-4 nuts together on parchment paper, then drizzle a generous amount of chocolate over each clump.
    • Let them cool for about an 45-60 minutes before serving. This will allow enough time for them to set before transferring to a plate or container.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 255kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 78mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 11IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 71mgIron: 1mg
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    After you make these Healthy Homemade Chocolate Turtles, make sure to leave a comment & rate the recipe! Your feedback is helpful for me, and for anyone planning to try this recipe. I hope you love them as much as I do! xo Mariah

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