Caramel-Pecan Turtle Muffins

Caramel-Pecan Turtle Muffins



30 caramel candies, unwrapped

21-ounce package fudge brownie mix

1 cup chopped pecans

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

2 teaspoons water

Powdered sugar



Heat oven to 350 degrees.



Set aside 6 caramels garnish. Cut remaining caramels in half; set aside. Prepare brownie mix according to package directions, stirring in halved caramels, pecans and chips. Fill paper or foil lined muffin pans with about 1/3 cup of batter.



Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until tests done. Cool in pan on wire rack.



In small microwave bowl, combine reserved 6 caramels and water.

Microwave on HIGH for 40 to 60 seconds or until melted. Stir until smooth.



Remove muffins from pan and drizzle with melted caramel; let stand 5 minutes to cool. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.



Makes 12