History: In 1932, Chocolate Turtle Cookies were developed by Bobbi and Louis Gordon Hooper at their Hooper’s Confections Company in Oakland, California. At that time, the Hoopers delivered chocolates on a Harley Davidson motorcycle. Chocolate Turtle candy or cookie soon became popular in the San Francisco bay area and were copied by other confectioners.
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- 1 (8-ounce) package caramel candies, soft
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 16 (1-ounce) squares semisweet chocolate
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In the top of a double boiler over hot water, melt caramels in heavy cream.
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Arrange pecan halves in groups of five (head and four legs) on greased wax paper. Spoon caramel mixture into a small mound in the middle of the nuts to make the body. The caramel should partially cover the nuts to keep them in place. Let stand until hard.
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In the top of a double boiler over hot water, melt chocolate; gently stir with spatula until melted. -
Melting chocolate is not the same as Tempering Chocolate. It is not necessary to temper chocolate when it is used as an ingredient in a recipe. Tempering is necessary if the melted chocolate is to be used in a baked items or in a candy center that contain other ingredients. Learn How To Melt Chocolate.
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Using a spoon, coat body, head, and legs with the melted chocolate, leaving ends of pecans uncovered.
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Refrigerate 30 minutes or until chocolate is firm.
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Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to a week, but bring them to room temperature before serving so the caramel can soften,
Additional Family Favorite Christmas Candies:
Oreo Truffle Balls
This candy is so easy to make and so good! This no-bake Oreo Truffle Balls makes a great Christmas candy as everyone seems to love them! Everyone who tries them has loved them and wants the recipe. I have made them for Christmas and have given them away for gifts.
Peppermint Patties – Homemade Peppermint Patty
I absolutely love Peppermint Patties! When I want some candy, I always look for the Peppermint Patties in the stores. Now I can make my own Peppermint Patties. They are incredibly delicious and refreshing! They also definitely make a wonderful Christmas treat for your family and friends.
Fleur de sel Caramels
The contrast between the sweet and salty is so wonderful in this candy. If you are on a diet (as I always seem to be) these caramels are TOTALLY worth cheating on your diet for? These disappear quickly, so make a double batch
Chocolate-Covered Grape Truffles
You thought Chocolate Dipped Strawberries were great, now you must try these chocolate-covered grape truffles. These will definitely make a speculator finish for any dinner party.
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