Rolo Pretzel Turtles are a sweet and salty treat made with pretzels, Rolos, and pecans, ready in 15 minutes. Try them with candied pecans for a fun twist!
author’s note
Pretzel. Rolo. Pecan. Perfection!
Years ago my neighbor would bring a big plate of Christmas treats to our door. It always had fudge, peppermint cookies, and these Rolo Pretzel Turtles. I remember biting into one and thinking it was the most amazing thing I had ever eaten.
It made the whole plate feel special. For the longest time I thought they had to be tricky to make. Years later I finally asked how she did it and laughed at how simple it was. Pretzels, Rolos, a pecan on top, and a quick warm in the oven. Now I make them every holiday, and sometimes I use candied pecans for a sweet little crunch.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Swaps or Notes |
|---|---|
| Pretzels (twists or snaps) | Use gluten free pretzels if needed. Use leftovers in these pretzel clusters. |
| Rolos | Any chocolate caramel candy that softens in the oven works. Unwrap all first. |
| Pecan halves | Candied pecans add a sweet crunch. Plain are great too. For nut free, use M&M’s or a pretzel piece. |
| Flaky sea salt (optional) | Sprinkle while warm so it sticks. A tiny pinch is enough. |
How To Make Rolo Pretzel Turtles
- Preheat Oven: Set to 350°F.
- Prepare Pan: Line a sheet pan with a baking mat and place pretzels in a single layer.
- Add Candy: Place one unwrapped candy on each pretzel.
- Bake: Bake 2–3 mins, watching carefully so the candies don’t over-melt.
- Add Pecans: Press a pecan gently into each softened candy right out of the oven.
- Finish: Sprinkle sea salt flakes on top if desired.
Rolo Pretzel Turtles Tips
- Fresh Nuts: Use fresh pecans for the best crunch and flavor.
- Toast Pecans: Optional, but adds more flavor.
- Unwrap Rolos First: Have all Rolos unwrapped and ready before baking for easier prep.
- Let Cool: Let candies cool fully before moving to keep the chocolate neat. Use a small spatula to lift them.
Storage
- Room Temp: Store any leftover Rolo Pretzel Turtles in a container for up to 1 week.
- Fridge: Keep up to 2 weeks; let sit a few minutes before eating.
- Freeze: Freeze for up to 3 months; thaw for a few minutes at room temp.
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Rolo Pretzel Turtles
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Equipment
- Sheet pan (15" x 10")
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
Ingredients
- 25 pretzels twist or snap
- 25 Rolos or other chocolate-caramel candies
- 25 pecan halves candied or plain, see note 1
- Flaky sea salt optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F. If desired, toast the pecans (see note 1).
- Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Arrange pretzels in a single layer on the pan.
- Unwrap each Rolo and place one on each pretzel.
- Bake for 2–3 minutes, until the Rolos are soft but not melted (see note 2).
- Right out of the oven, press a pecan half gently into each softened Rolo to cover the pretzel. If desired, sprinkle with sea salt flakes while the chocolate is still warm.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
These are so simple,fast and a delicious treat! I have made them twice this week 😋 absolutely 💯 recommend
I am so happy to hear this! Thanks Becca!
Bonjour, combien de temps que les bonbons se conservent.
Merci
So good and so easy to make. Love this candy!
Thank you!
Such a fun treat!
One of my favorite candies to make!!
fun recipe and love the pretzel pairing with it too for a nice salty flavor contrast, thank you!