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Chocolate Pecan Caramels

Chocolate candy with a pecan, caramel, and crispy rice center
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Anytime, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 25
Calories 203 kcal

Equipment

  • parchment paper or nonstick silicone mats

Ingredients
  

  • 14 ounces caramels (about 46 Kraft cubes)
  • 4 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 ½ cups pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup crispy rice cereal
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 ½ teaspoons shortening

Instructions
 

  • Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or nonstick silicone mats.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramels and cream. Heat on high for 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth.
  • Add the pecans and cereal to the melted caramels. Stir to mix. Using a 1 1/2-inch cookie scoop (or two teaspoons), dip and drop the caramel mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Refrigerate the caramels until they harden, about 10 minutes.
  • In a clean microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and shortening in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval.
  • Using a fork, dip the hardened candy into the chocolate. Be sure to coat all sides. Shake off the excess chocolate and return the candy to the prepared baking sheets. Refrigerate until set. Store at room temperature or in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Notes

Yield

This recipe will make approximately (25) 1 1/2-inch candy balls or (40-50) 3/4-inch balls.

Stovetop

You can also make this candy on the stovetop.  On low heat, melt the caramels and cream in a heavy saucepan, stirring constantly until smooth.  Melt the chocolate and shortening on low heat, stirring constantly.  You can also use a double boiler to melt both the caramels and the chocolate.
The cook time listed is for melting the caramels and chocolate in the microwave. The cooking time may vary if prepared on the stovetop.

Storage

This candy features a soft caramel center that won't harden if stored in the refrigerator.  Use an airtight container for either refrigerator or countertop storage.

Nutrition

Calories: 203kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 41mgPotassium: 146mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 53IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 1mg
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