Rolo Pretzel Turtles are a sweet and salty treat made with pretzels, Rolos, and pecans, ready in 15 minutes—try it with candied pecans for a fun twist!
Rolo Pretzel Turtles
Turtle candies have been a favorite since the early 1900s, named for their turtle-like shape. Traditionally made with caramel, chocolate, and pecans, they taste just as amazing as they sound!
My twist? I use candied pecans—trust me, it takes these treats to a whole new level! And instead of homemade caramel, I use chocolate-caramel candies, all on top of a crunchy pretzel.
Easy and so delicious! They also make a perfect treat to give for the holiday season.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make these easy rolo pretzel turtles:
- Pretzels: Use twist or snap pretzels; their shape holds the candy well and adds a nice crunch.
- Rolos: These candies melt perfectly for the classic Turtle Candy texture without the fuss of homemade caramel.
- Pecans: Try candied pecans for extra sweetness, or stick with plain for a classic candy.
- Sea Salt Flakes (optional): Adds a perfect salty-sweet touch!
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 minutes, 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 taste.
- Toast Pecans: Optional, but adds more flavor. Learn why I suggest toasting pecans here.
- 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 an airtight 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.
More Easy Treat Recipes
- Oreo Balls with a chocolate coating
- Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats with cocoa cereal
- Carmelitas with a chocolate caramel layer
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars soft and chewy bars
- Honeycomb Candy dipped or coated in chocolate
Rolo Pretzel Turtles
Sweet, salty, and super easy—Rolo Pretzel Turtles combine pretzels, Rolos, and pecans in 15 minutes. For a fun upgrade, swap in candied pecans!
Equipment
- Sheet pan
- 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
- Sea salt flakes 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.
Video
Recipe Notes
Note 1: To toast pecans, spread them in a baking pan and bake at 350°F for 6–10 minutes, stirring halfway through. Watch closely as nuts can burn quickly. Let pecans cool completely before adding to the candy. If using candied pecans, no need to toast!
Note 2: If the chocolate crumbles, the oven was too hot or the candy baked too long. Test with one Turtle first; if it crumbles, reduce the baking time for the rest. Avoid using convection settings.
Storage: Store Rolo Pretzel Turtles in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, keep them in the fridge for 2-3 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 73kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.3g | Protein: 1.2g | Fat: 3.7g | Cholesterol: 0.7mg | Sodium: 85.7mg | Fiber: 0.6g | Sugar: 4.1g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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!