Tipsy Turtle Bark

Health score
14%
Tipsy Turtle Bark
45 min.
4
1240kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with our delightful Tipsy Turtle Bark, a decadent dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate, caramel, and toasted pecans. Perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying as a personal treat, this recipe is sure to impress with its luxurious taste and satisfying crunch. The combination of high-quality semisweet chocolate and creamy caramel creates a heavenly contrast that melts in your mouth, while the toasted pecans add a delightful nuttiness and texture.

What sets this bark apart is the hint of warmth from your choice of rum, bourbon, or whisky, elevating the flavors to a whole new level. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking to satisfy your cravings, this dessert is a showstopper that can be prepared in just 45 minutes. Plus, it’s easy to make and can be stored for up to a month, making it a perfect make-ahead treat for any occasion.

So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a sweet masterpiece that will have everyone coming back for more. With its irresistible combination of flavors and textures, Tipsy Turtle Bark is not just a dessert; it's an experience that will leave you and your guests wanting seconds!

Ingredients

  • cup individually wrapped caramels such as kraft, unwrapped ( 24)
  • 1.5 teaspoons cup heavy whipping cream 
  • cups pecans 
  • tablespoon bourbon (see tip, below)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • pound bittersweet chocolate finely chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wax paper
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Spread pecans on large shallow baking sheet and toast until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  3. Transfer to plate and let cool. Line baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
  4. In small bowl, combine caramels, liquor, cream, and salt. Microwave uncovered at medium power for 2 minutes. Stir with fork. Microwave at medium power for 1 additional minute. Stir until smooth and set aside.
  5. In medium bowl set over saucepan of simmering water, melt half chocolate, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove from heat, add remaining chocolate, and stir until smooth.
  7. Pour half melted chocolate into small bowl and reserve.
  8. Stir 1 cup nuts into remaining chocolate.
  9. Transfer mixture to baking sheet, spreading to 1/4- to 1/2-inch thickness. Spoon caramel over and pat on remaining pecans.
  10. Drizzle with reserved chocolate.
  11. Let cool at room temperature until set, about 2 hours. Do not chill.
  12. Chop finished bark into irregular 1 1/2-inch chunks.
  13. Store airtight at room temperature up to one month.
  14. If omitting the alcohol, add an extra tablespoon of heavy cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1240kcal
Protein4.5%
Fat60.12%
Carbs35.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.5
Glycemic Load
29.82
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
27.35913025361%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
5.32mg
Delphinidin
3.6mg
Catechin
3.58mg
Epigallocatechin
2.79mg
Epicatechin
0.41mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
1.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1239.6kcal
61.98%
Fat:84.55g
130.08%
Saturated Fat:29.94g
187.12%
Carbohydrates:111.92g
37.31%
Net Carbohydrates:98.1g
35.67%
Sugar:82.39g
91.54%
Cholesterol:13.06mg
4.35%
Sodium:302.14mg
13.14%
Alcohol:1.25g
100%
Alcohol %:0.7%
100%
Caffeine:97.52mg
32.51%
Protein:14.25g
28.51%
Manganese:3.74mg
186.88%
Copper:2.02mg
101.05%
Magnesium:269.67mg
67.42%
Fiber:13.82g
55.3%
Phosphorus:500.62mg
50.06%
Iron:8.51mg
47.26%
Zinc:5.51mg
36.76%
Vitamin B1:0.42mg
28.3%
Potassium:974.38mg
27.84%
Calcium:187.91mg
18.79%
Selenium:12.53µg
17.9%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.18%
Vitamin B5:1.14mg
11.39%
Vitamin E:1.65mg
11.01%
Vitamin K:11.02µg
10.5%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.82%
Vitamin B3:1.62mg
8.09%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.41%
Folate:13.33µg
3.33%
Vitamin A:136.82IU
2.74%
Source:Epicurious