Ingredients
Method
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the sweeteners and 4 tablespoons of the butter. Bring to a boil and cook 2 to 4 minutes, watching carefully so it doesn't burn. Remove from heat and add the cream. The mixture will bubble vigorously.
- Sprinkle the surface with xanthan gum and whisk to combine. Whisk in the salt. Let the caramel cool until thickened but still pourable, 30 to 60 minutes.
- Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350ºF and line a cookie sheet with parchment or a silicone baking mat. Spread the pecans out on the mat in a single layer and bake 7 to 10 minutes, until toasted. Arrange the pecans in clusters of 3 or 4, making about 24 clusters. (If your pecans are large, use only 3 per cluster).
- Drizzle a few teaspoons of caramel over each pecan cluster, making sure some caramel is touching each of the pecans. Place the cookie sheet in the freezer to set the caramel.
- In a small bowl set over a bowl of barely simmering water, combine the chocolate and the remaining tablespoon of butter. Stir until melted and smooth, then drizzle over the chilled clusters.
- Sprinkle with sea salt if desired, and let set.
Notes
- Don't rush the caramel: Cook it for the full 2-4 minutes to develop a rich flavor and proper consistency. The first time I made keto caramel, I pulled it off too soon and it never quite set right.
- Chill time is crucial: Ensure your caramel-covered pecans are thoroughly chilled in the freezer before drizzling with chocolate. This prevents the chocolate from melting the caramel.
- Storage: Store your finished keto pecan turtles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months. Let them come to room temperature for 10 minutes before serving if frozen. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- Chill time is crucial: Ensure your caramel-covered pecans are thoroughly chilled in the freezer before drizzling with chocolate. This prevents the chocolate from melting the caramel.
- Storage: Store your finished keto pecan turtles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months. Let them come to room temperature for 10 minutes before serving if frozen. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
