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A plate with a pile of chocolate turtle fudge pieces.
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4 from 2 votes

Turtle Fudge

Turtle fudge is a creamy chocolate fudge with a caramel and pecan center! Its a delicious treat that everyone will love!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Christmas, holiday, Turtle Fudge

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

  • 7 oz jar marshmallow creme
  • cups granulated sugar
  • 5 oz evaporated milk
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 3 cups milk chocolate chips

For the Caramel:

  • 40 soft caramels (unwrapped)
  • 1/4 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  • Combine the marshmallow creme, sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt in a large sauce pan over medium heat. 7 oz jar marshmallow creme, 1½ cups granulated sugar, 5 oz evaporated milk, ¼ cup unsalted butter, ¼ tsp salt
  • Bring to a boil, stirring regularly. Once it his fully boiling, set a timer for 5 minutes and stir almost constantly. (If you want to check the temperature it should be 234 F when done)

For the Caramel:

  • Add the caramels and evaporated milk to a small sauce pan and heat over medium high 40 soft caramels, 1/4 cup evaporated milk
  • Heat the caramels till completely melted, stirring occasionally till smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • When the 5 minutes is up, remove the marshmallow creme mixture from stove top.
  • In a large bowl, add the vanilla and chocolate chips. 3 cups milk chocolate chips, 1 tsp vanilla
  • Pour the hot marshmallow creme mixture over the chocolate chips.
  • Stir until completely smooth.
  • Pour half of the chocolate fudge mixture into a 9x13 pan. Spread it evenly.
  • Spread 3/4 cup of your chopped pecans over the top of the fudge. 1 cup chopped pecans
  • Pour 3/4 of the caramel over the top of the pecans and spread evenly.
  • Spread remaining fudge over the top of the caramel.
  • Sprinkle top with remaining pecans.
  • Allow to set on the counter for several hours or in the fridge for two hours.
  • Slice and serve