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    Rolo Pretzel Turtles

    Published: Dec 9, 2024 by Kristin · This post may contain affiliate links. · 5 Comments

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    Get into the holiday spirit with these delicious Rolo Pretzel Turtles. The perfect combination of sweet and salty, these treats are easy to make and perfect for parties or gifting. Also check out my Pecan Caramel Clusters for another great option!
    a bowl of pretzel candies made from only 3 ingredients.

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    • 3-Ingredient Pretzel Turtles
    • Why Make These Rolo Pretzel Turtles
    • Ingredients Needed to make Pretzel Rolo Turtles:
    • How to make Pretzel Turtles
    • What pretzels to use
    • Storing Turtles with Pretzels and Rolos
    • FAQ’s
    • Variations to try
    • More Holiday Recipes to try
    • Easy Pretzel Turtles

    3-Ingredient Pretzel Turtles

    During the Holiday season, one of my favorite things to do is bake and stay in the kitchen! From fudge, cookies, and cakes, to drinks and goodies…there are just so many things to make and enjoy. These pretzel turtles are one of the easiest sweets to make. In fact, my kids are the ones that take care of making these because they love sampling their way through them.

    The salty, sweet combination and crunchy pecan topping makes these treats a must during the Holiday season. Plus, they are the perfect addition to goodie trays for friends, neighbors, teachers, and family.

    Why Make These Rolo Pretzel Turtles

    • Easy To Make- with only 3 ingredients needed, it doesn’t get much easier.
    • Salty and Sweet- satisfies both cravings for salty and sweet.
    • Uses Just 3 Ingredients- ready in no time with little to no prep time.
    • Perfect For the Holidays- adds a festive touch to any goodie tray.
    • Make For Awesome Gifts- place in containers or jars and gift them to others.
    • Kid Friendly- have the kids get in the kitchen and help you bake these easy treats.

    a caramel chocolate candy on a pretzel.

    Ingredients Needed to make Pretzel Rolo Turtles:

    Just pretzels, chocolate, and various toppings required! This recipe really is so simple. Scroll below for printable recipe card!

    • Pretzels- try to use mini square pretzels. It holds the melted candy the best! I find that the round ones have a harder time holding the candy up. Any type of mini pretzels work great!
    • Rolo’ s- these add the chocolate caramel to the turtle, however, you can also use Hershey Kisses or Reese’s.
    • Pecans- this creates the classic turtle, however, if you don’t like nuts, you can use peppermints, M&M’s, peanuts or cashews/walnuts.  I use toasted pecan halves.

    all the ingredients needed to make Pretzel Rolo Treats.

    How to make Pretzel Turtles

    1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
    2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
    3. Place pretzels in a single layer on cookie sheet.
    4. Unwrap Rolo candies and place one on top of each pretzel.
    5. Place sheet in oven and bake for about 2-4 minutes.
    6. Remove from oven and immediately place one pecan on top of each Rolo, pressing until it is slightly flattened.
    7. Allow pretzels to cool to room temp, or place in refrigerator. Once set, serve or place in airtight container!

    step by step how to make Rolo Pretzels.

    What pretzels to use

    I have found that mini square pretzels work best because they don’t have a large hole opening like the circle pretzels. However, the circles will work fine; pay attention that the candies don’t fall through when baking.

    I don’t recommend using regular-sized pretzels, they’re too big for the candy, but the mini twists can work too!

    Storing Turtles with Pretzels and Rolos

    These pretzel bites will last in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week.

    • Refrigerator- 2 weeks
    • Freezer- 3 months

    a glass bowl of chocolate candies with caramel and pecans.

    FAQ’s

    What can I use in place of the Rolo Candy? You can use Hershey Kisses, Hugs, or Reese’s Cups. If you look around, you can sometimes even find the Hershey Kisses filled with caramel which are tasty too!

    How long do I bake these for? All ovens vary. Mine typically are ready in only about 4 minutes, but I have heard from some people that theirs took only 2 minutes! Keep an eye as they bake as it goes quick!

    How many turtles does one batch make? You can usually get about 35 turtles per batch.

    Why are they called Turtles? They get their cute name from their look. With a pecan topping and squished chocolate center, they resemble turtles.

    What do I use if I can’t find Rolos? You can also use caramels and then drizzle chocolate (I love semi-sweet) on top once the caramel has melted. This is an actual turtle versus the Rolo shortcut.

    How do I speed up the cooling process? You have to wait until the chocolate cools and hardens! To speed up the process pop them into the fridge for a bit, and then finally you can enjoy these delicious morsels.

    a wire rack with chocolate caramel pretzel treats ready to serve.

    Variations to try

    • Classic- use a pretzel, Rolo candy, and Pecan.
    • Peppermint- use a peppermint Hershey Kiss and peppermint M & M on top.
    • Peanut Butter- use Reese’s peanut butter cups and honey roasted peanut in place of the pecan.

    More Holiday Recipes to try

    • Fantasy Fudge
    • Peanut Butter Blossoms
    • Chocolate Peanut Butter Fudge
    • Christmas M&M Cookie Bars
    • Chocolate Crinkle Candy Cane Cookies
    • Buckeye Balls

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    a bowl of pretzel candies made from only 3 ingredients.

    Easy Pretzel Turtles

    Recipe by: Kristin
    Pretzel Turtles are one of the easiest treats you’ll ever make! Crisp salty pretzel layered with sweet caramel chocolate Rolo candy and finished with crunchy pecans. Everyone loves these!
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 4 minutes mins
    Total Time 9 minutes mins
    Course Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 24
    Calories 73 kcal

    Equipment

    • Cookie Sheet

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 bag pretzels *mini twists or squares
    • 1 bag Rolo's
    • 1 bag Pecans

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
    • Line a baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
    • Place pretzels in a single layer on cookie sheet.
    • Unwrap Rolo candies and place one on top of each pretzel.
    • Place baking sheet sheet in oven and bake for about 2-4 minutes.
    • Remove from oven and immediately place one pecan on top of each Rolo, pressing until it is slightly flattened.
    • Allow pretzels to cool to room temp, or place in refrigerator.
    • Once set, serve or place in airtight container!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2turtlesCalories: 73kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 29mgPotassium: 29mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 19IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 0.1mg
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    Comments

    1. Mary Baggs says

      December 13, 2019 at 9:21 pm

      I just made this for my girls Christmas party tomorrow. They look great and taste fantastic and we’re Soooo easy. Thanks!!!

      Reply
      • Kristin says

        December 14, 2019 at 7:13 am

        Yea! So glad it was a success! Hope you enjoyed them!!

        Reply
    2. Matt says

      November 23, 2019 at 1:27 pm

      2 ways you could improve a tad… (IMO)
      Bit of sea-salt, or, dust with icing sugar…
      But, the base is GREAT (and, easy to do)

      Reply
      • Kristin says

        November 25, 2019 at 1:41 pm

        Ooooo great tips, thanks! I love playing around with variations, so I appreciate the ideas!

        Reply

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