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Turtle Bark

Turtle Bark: Easy No-Bake Treat to Wow Your Holiday Guests

Turtle Bark is a no-bake dessert made with chocolate, caramel, and pecans, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Base
  • 10 oz Chocolate Almond Bark Can use candiquik, candy melts, or tempered chocolate.
For the Caramel Layer
  • 25 pieces Caramel Squares Use 1-2 tbsp of water or heavy cream to aid melting.
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Whole Pecans Can toast pecans in the oven for enhanced flavor.

Equipment

  • Microwave
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Turtle Bark
  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking.
  2. Chop the chocolate almond bark into smaller pieces and melt in a microwave-safe bowl at 50% power for about 3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds.
  3. In a separate bowl, melt the caramel squares with 1-2 tablespoons of water or heavy cream at 50% power for 1 minute, stirring in 30-second increments until smooth.
  4. Pour the melted caramel over the chocolate layer, swirl them together quickly, and sprinkle the pecans on top, pressing gently.
  5. Allow the Turtle Bark to cool at room temperature for about 1 hour or refrigerate for 30 minutes until set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store the Turtle Bark in an airtight container to maintain freshness. It can last up to two months in the freezer.

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