Caramel Pecan Chocolate Treats (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
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55 soft caramel squares (roughly two 11-ounce packages).
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1 tablespoon regular milk.
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2 cups chopped, toasted pecans.
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Small amount of flaky sea salt, with extra for topping.
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2 cups milk chocolate wafers for melting (best with Ghirardelli).
# Preparation Steps:
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Cover two cookie sheets with parchment and give them a light spray with cooking oil.
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Place bowl over pot of gently bubbling water. Combine caramels with milk, stir often until everything's smooth, taking about 10 minutes.
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Take off heat, fold in nuts and salt. Spoon tablespoon-sized dollops onto your trays, making around 30 clusters.
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With a fresh bowl over simmering water, gently melt chocolate wafers while stirring until they're totally smooth, roughly 3-5 minutes.
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Use forks to coat caramel clusters in chocolate. Put them back on parchment, add salt sprinkles if you want. Chill for 10-15 minutes till they set up.
# Additional Tips:
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They'll stay good at room temp for up to 2 weeks.
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Put wax paper between layers when storing.
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You'll end up with about 30 treats.