Scotchy Pecan Critters

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Servings: 5 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Charming no-bake candies featuring butterscotch centers, pecan clusters, and a rich milk chocolate shell.
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Scotchy Pecan Critters

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 5 Calories: 559.0

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These adorable Scotchy Pecan Critters are a delightful no-bake treat that combines creamy butterscotch with crunchy pecans, all enrobed in smooth milk chocolate. The recipe uses simple pantry staples like butterscotch chips, sweetened condensed milk, and a touch of vinegar to set the candy. They make perfect gifts, holiday favors, or a sweet afternoon snack. The contrast between the soft, chewy butterscotch center and the crisp chocolate exterior provides a satisfying texture that everyone will love. Easy to assemble and requiring no oven time, these candies are a fun project for bakers of all skill levels.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a heavy saucepan over low heat, melt the butterscotch chips with 1/3 cup of the sweetened condensed milk, stirring frequently until smooth.
  2. Remove the butterscotch mixture from heat and stir in the white vinegar.
  3. Drop the butterscotch mixture by small spoonfuls onto baking sheets lined with wax paper to form small mounds.
  4. Arrange 3 pecan halves on top of each butterscotch drop to resemble critters.
  5. In a large heavy saucepan over low heat, melt the milk chocolate chips with the remaining sweetened condensed milk and vanilla, stirring until smooth.
  6. Remove the chocolate mixture from heat. If needed, hold the pan over hot water to keep the chocolate fluid.
  7. Spoon heaping tablespoons of the chocolate mixture over the pecan clusters, covering them completely.
  8. Chill the candies in the refrigerator for 2 hours, or until firm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 5

Amount Per Serving
Calories 559.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.3g26%
Saturated Fat 10.3g52%
Cholesterol 40.2mg14%
Sodium 138.8mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 94.0g32%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 89.2g
Protein 9.4g19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: butterscotch, candies, chocolate, condensed milk, dessert, easy, no-bake, pecans, sweet, treats, vinegar, wax paper, holiday, gifts, snacks, vanilla, milk chocolate, chewy, crunchy
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