Turtle Pretzels

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 package Caramels
  • 8 oz Chocolate, semisweet
  • 2 tsp Shortening

• Nuts & Seeds

  • 1 cup Pecans

• Snacks

  • 1 package Pretzel rods

• Liquids

  • 1 tbsp Water

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Description

Ingredients

• 1 package (14 oz) caramels
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 package (10 oz) pretzel rods
• 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
• 2 tsp shortening
• 1 cup finely chopped pecans

Directions

• In a double boiler, melt caramels in water. Dip half of each pretzel into the hot caramel. Place on a greased sheet of foil to cool.
• In a microwave, melt chocolate and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip the caramel-coated end of each pretzel into the chocolate, allowing excess to drip off; sprinkle with nuts. Return to foil to cool.