Simple Caramel, Chocolate and Pecan Turtle Fudge Recipe

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Simple Caramel, Chocolate and Pecan Turtle Fudge Recipe

Chewy caramel, rich chocolate, and crunchy pecans come together (with no candy thermometer required!) to make this super simple turtle fudge recipe that is perfect for a holiday dessert table.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 30 minutes

Chilling Time 3 hours

Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes

Servings squares

Calories 493kcal

Author Wanda Simone

Equipment

8" X 8" baking dish
parchment paper
mixer and mixing bowl
measuring cups and spoons
2 Saucepans
knife

Ingredients

8 oz. cream cheese softened
5 cups (or 30 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 Tablespoons butter
1 11-ounce bag caramel bits
1 cup unsalted pecans chopped

Instructions

Line the baking dish with parchment paper.
In the mixer, beat cream cheese until it is smooth.
Melt the chocolate and butter in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly to make sure it doesn't burn.
Add the melted chocolate and butter to the mixing bowl with the cream cheese.
Beat on high until completely combined.
Spread the batter out in an 8" x 8" baking dish and smooth it out with a knife.
In another saucepan, melt the caramel bits over low heat, stirring constantly.
Drizzle half of the caramel over the chocolate fudge in the baking dish.
Sprinkle with chopped pecans and drizzle with the rest of the caramel.
Cover and chill in the fridge for 2 to 3 hours.
To serve, cut into 2-inch squares.

Notes

Substitute 30 ounces of chocolate chunks or chocolate bars for the chocolate chips.
You can also use milk chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate.
The chocolate chips and caramel bit can also be melted in a bowl in the microwave. Cook on half strength for 30 seconds and then stir. Repeat until melted. Be careful not to microwave it too long or they will burn.
This turtle fudge can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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