Chocolate-Caramel-Pecan Pretzel Bites Recipe | Ree DrummondDifficulty: Easy Makes: 24 pretzel turtles Nutrition per serving (1 of 24): Calories 123, Total Fat 5 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Carbohydrates 18 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 12 g, Protein 2 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 107 mg Total time: 1 hr 45 min (includes cooling) Preparation time: 25 minIngredients: 24 pecan halves 24 mini pretzel twists 24 individually wrapped soft caramel squares 8 ounces good-quality milk chocolate, melted Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) NEW: You can now switch to Cook Mode to keep your screen awake.Instructions: 1. Heat the oven to 325F. Spread the pecan halves in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast them, shaking the pan once halfway through, for 5 to 6 minutes until lightly browned. Transfer to a plate and let cool. 2. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Neatly place the pretzels on the sheet, then top each with one unwrapped caramel square. Bake until the caramels soften but do not melt completely, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and gently press a pecan half into each caramel, just enough so the caramel fills the pretzel. Set aside to cool fully. 3. Once cooled, take the pretzel/caramel pieces off the sheet. Spoon 24 small dollops (about 1 1/2 teaspoons each) of melted chocolate onto the baking sheet, then carefully place the pretzels onto the center of each chocolate dollop, ensuring they are centered. Let the chocolate set completely before serving (placing them in the refrigerator will speed up this process). Whip up these irresistible chocolate-caramel-pecan pretzel bites for your next gatheringthey're an easy, crowd-pleasing treat with crunchy pretzels, gooey caramel, toasted pecans, and silky chocolate that melts in your mouth. Perfect for holiday snacking or anytime indulgence!
