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Healthy Dark Chocolate Turtles Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 15 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Healthy Dark Chocolate Turtles are a delicious and nutritious treat combining rich 70% dark chocolate, naturally sweetened dates, and crunchy pecans. Perfect as a guilt-free dessert or snack, they come together quickly without baking, offering a decadent yet wholesome indulgence.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 oz 70% dark chocolate
  • 1 heaping cup pitted dates
  • 2 oz pecan halves (about 40–45 small halves)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Date Paste: Process the pitted dates in a food processor until they reach a sticky and very thick jam-like consistency, which will form the base of the turtles.
  2. Shape Date Balls: Using the palms of your hands (slightly wet to prevent sticking), roll the date paste into 15 marble-sized balls. Place these balls on a lightly greased cookie sheet to prevent sticking.
  3. Add Pecans and Chill: Press 2-3 pecan halves firmly into each date ball. Then place the cookie sheet in the freezer for 10 minutes to allow the date and pecan combination to set.
  4. Melt the Chocolate: Heat a small saucepan over very low heat and add the dark chocolate. Stir continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth, then remove from the heat to prevent burning.
  5. Coat with Chocolate: Using a spoon, pour a small amount of the melted chocolate over each date and pecan mound. Repeat the process until each turtle is completely covered with a smooth chocolate shell that will harden quickly.
  6. Freeze to Set: Return the coated turtles to the freezer for at least 10 more minutes to ensure the chocolate shell solidifies properly.
  7. Store and Serve: Keep the turtles cold (refrigeration is sufficient) until ready to serve, ensuring the chocolate stays firm and the treats remain fresh.
  8. Enjoy: Serve these healthy, homemade dark chocolate turtles as a delightful snack or dessert.

Notes

  • Use slightly wet hands when rolling the dates to prevent sticking.
  • If preferred, swap pecans with other nuts like walnuts or almonds for variety.
  • Store turtles in the refrigerator for up to one week or in the freezer for longer keeping.
  • Ensure low heat when melting chocolate to avoid scorching.
  • These turtles are naturally sweetened and make a great alternative to processed sweets.

Find it online: https://yumrecipesfood.com/healthy-dark-chocolate-turtles-recipe/