I’m excited to share with you a delightful and healthy treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising your wellness goals. These Healthy Chocolate Pecan Turtles are the perfect blend of natural sweetness, rich chocolatey goodness, and the crunch of pecans. Plus, they are super easy to make, so let’s dive right in!
Ingredients
– 1 cup (about 10) Medjool dates, pitted
– 1/2 cup chocolate chips (I used HU Chocolate from Thrive Market)
– 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil
– 45 pecan halves
– 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Prepare the Date Mixture
Start by placing your pitted Medjool dates into the bowl of a food processor. Give them a few quick pulses to break them down. Add the 1/8 teaspoon of sea salt and pulse again until the dates form a large sticky ball. Don’t be surprised if the mixture is extremely sticky at this stage!
Chill the Date Mixture
To make the date mixture easier to work with, cover your hands with plastic wrap and transfer the sticky date ball from the food processor onto a piece of plastic wrap. Wrap it up and pop it into the freezer for about an hour. This will firm it up and reduce the stickiness.
Shape the Turtles
After an hour in the freezer, take out the date mixture. Pinch off small pieces and roll them into small balls. Place these date balls on parchment paper or a cooling rack.
Add Pecans
Now, it’s time to bring the turtles to life! Take three pecan halves and arrange them in a triangle pattern on top of each date ball, making sure that a little bit of each pecan sticks out. As you press the pecans in, the date ball will flatten slightly.
Melt the Chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and the 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil. Heat the mixture in the microwave for about 1 minute, or until the chocolate chips are nearly melted. Stir the mixture until all the chips have completely melted. If you prefer, you can also melt the chocolate on the stove using a double boiler.
Coat the Turtles
Using a spoon, generously cover each turtle with the melted chocolate. Once all the turtles are coated, transfer them to the freezer for about 10-15 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
Enjoy and Store
After the chocolate has set, take your Healthy Chocolate Pecan Turtles out of the freezer, and it’s time to savor them! Any leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge or freezer to keep them fresh.
These Healthy Chocolate Pecan Turtles are a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making them a perfect treat for any occasion. The sweetness of Medjool dates, the richness of dark chocolate, and the nutty crunch of pecans come together in harmony. Plus, they are packed with natural goodness and free from refined sugars, making them an excellent choice for a healthier indulgence.
So, next time you’re craving something sweet, whip up a batch of these homemade turtles. They are bound to become your new favorite guilt-free treat. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 1 cup about 10 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips I used HU Chocolate from Thrive Market
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil
- 45 pecan halves
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Start by placing your pitted Medjool dates into the bowl of a food processor. Give them a few quick pulses to break them down.
- Add the 1/8 teaspoon of sea salt and pulse again until the dates form a large sticky ball.
- To make the date mixture easier to work with, cover your hands with plastic wrap and transfer the sticky date ball from the food processor onto a piece of plastic wrap.
- Wrap it up and pop it into the freezer for about an hour. This will firm it up and reduce the stickiness.
- After an hour in the freezer, take out the date mixture.
- Pinch off small pieces and roll them into small balls. Place these date balls on parchment paper or a cooling rack.
- Take three pecan halves and arrange them in a triangle pattern on top of each date ball, making sure that a little bit of each pecan sticks out.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and the 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil.
- Heat the mixture in the microwave for about 1 minute, or until the chocolate chips are nearly melted. Stir the mixture until all the chips have completely melted. If you prefer, you can also melt the chocolate on the stove using a double boiler.
- Using a spoon, generously cover each turtle with the melted chocolate.
- Once all the turtles are coated, transfer them to the freezer for about 10-15 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
- After the chocolate has set, take your Healthy Chocolate Pecan Turtles out of the freezer, and it’s time to savor them!
- Any leftovers can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge or freezer to keep them fresh.
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