To calculate the Weight Watchers points and provide approximate nutrition information for the Turtle Candy with Pecans and Caramel recipe, let’s break down the ingredients and estimated values:
Turtle Candy with Pecans and Caramel – Weight Watchers Version
Ingredients:
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 4 ounces pecan halves (about 1 cup)
- 24 individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon shortening
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Arrange 3 pecan halves in a Y shape on the prepared baking sheet. Place 1 caramel candy in the center of each Y. Repeat with the remaining pecans and caramels.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the caramels are melted.
- While the candies are baking, melt the chocolate chips and shortening in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
- Spoon the melted chocolate over each candy. Refrigerate until the chocolate is set, about 30 minutes.
Weight Watchers Points:
- The points value depends on the nutritional breakdown per serving. Here’s an estimated breakdown per serving (assuming the recipe makes 24 pieces):
- Points per serving: Approximately 6-8 points per candy piece (this is a rough estimate; actual points will vary based on ingredients and serving size).
Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming recipe makes 24 pieces):
- Calories: Approximately 110 kcal per candy piece
- Protein: Approximately 1 g per candy piece
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 15 g per candy piece
- Fat: Approximately 6 g per candy piece
- Fiber: Approximately 1 g per candy piece
- Sugar: Approximately 12 g per candy piece
- Sodium: Approximately 35 mg per candy piece
