Drunken Turtle Recipe
salted caramel, sugared pecans chocolate glaze, pecan praline ice cream
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Ingredients
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Salted Caramel
Sugared Pecans
Chocolate Glaze
Pecan Praline Ice Cream
Method
Salted Caramel
- 1
Make the Salted Caramel
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the granulated sugar and stir continuously until it melts and turns a deep amber color.
- 2
Add Butter
Once the sugar is melted, carefully add the unsalted butter and continue stirring until fully combined.
- 3
Incorporate Cream and Salt
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring, and then add the sea salt. Stir until smooth and remove from heat.
Sugared Pecans
- 4
Prepare the Pecans
In a skillet over medium heat, combine the pecans, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- 5
Cook the Mixture
Stir constantly until the sugar melts and coats the pecans, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to parchment paper to cool.
Chocolate Glaze
- 6
Melt the Chocolate
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream. Stir until melted and smooth.
- 7
Cool Slightly
Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using.
Assembling the Drunken Turtle
- 8
Layer the Components
On a serving plate, drizzle some salted caramel, then add a scoop of pecan praline ice cream, followed by a sprinkle of sugared pecans.
- 9
Finish with Chocolate Glaze
Drizzle the chocolate glaze over the top and finish with additional salted caramel if desired.