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Tipsy Turtle Bark

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Tipsy Turtle Bark

Tipsy Turtle Bark

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Equipment

  • - Blender: Versatile appliance used to mix ingredients smoothly for combining chocolate and peanut butter into a homogeneous base or texture.

  • - Mixing Bowls (Various Sizes): Necessary for preparing and combining ingredients separately before blending, typically made of glass.

  • - Peanut Butter Jar: A jar containing creamy peanut butter to ensure the quality of the peanut component in Tipsy Turtle Bark.

  • - Chocolate (Chocolate Bars or Chips): For easy melting and incorporation into the bark mixture, typically used is dark chocolate for a rich flavor profile.

  • - Silicone Spatulas: Versatile tools used for stirring, scraping bowls, and folding ingredients without damaging equipment or introducing unwanted materials.

  • - Sheet Pan (Aluminum): Used for baking and spreading the mixture into a thin layer to create the desired texture of Tipsy Turtle Bark.

  • - Microwave: A kitchen appliance used for quickly melting chocolate or peanut butter, often with specific models designed for such tasks.

  • - Kitchen Scale: Important for precise measurements of ingredients to achieve the right consistency in recipes like Tipsy Turtle Bark.

  • - Freezer Bag (Ziplock): Can be used to spread and freeze the prepared mixture evenly before breaking into bite-sized pieces once set.

  • - Airtight Containers: Designed for storing the final product of Tipsy Turtle Bark to maintain its freshness and texture.

  • - Cooling Rack (Stainless Steel): Used for cooling down baked items or treats like Tipsy Turtle Bark to prevent sogginess during solidification.

  • - Parchment Paper: A non-stick lining for sheet pans, making it easier to remove and break up the prepared Tipsy Turtle Bark without sticking or tearing.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pecan halves

  • 1 cup (about 24) caramel candies, such as Kraft, unwrapped

  • 1 tablespoon rum, bourbon, or whisky (see tip, below)

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons heavy cream

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1 pound high-quality semisweet chocolate, finely chopped

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread pecans on large shallow baking sheet and toast until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Transfer to plate and let cool. Line baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
2

Instruction 2

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.
3

Instruction 3

In medium bowl set over saucepan of simmering water, melt half chocolate, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, add remaining chocolate, and stir until smooth. Pour half melted chocolate into small bowl and reserve.
4

Instruction 4

Stir 1 cup nuts into remaining chocolate. Transfer mixture to baking sheet, spreading to 1/4- to 1/2-inch thickness. Spoon caramel over and pat on remaining pecans. Drizzle with reserved chocolate. Let cool at room temperature until set, about 2 hours. Do not chill.
5

Instruction 5

Chop finished bark into irregular 1 1/2-inch chunks.
6

Instruction 6

Store airtight at room temperature up to one month.
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