Millionaire Candy with Sel Gris
Pecans, caramel and chocolate all come together to make this craveable, chewy candy. The recipe can easily be doubled to give to friends and family during the holidays.
Equipment
- 13x9-inch baking sheets (2)
- parchment paper
Ingredients
- 11 oz. Kraft candy caramels (1 bag) wrappers removed
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 cups pecans roughly chopped
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips or 16 oz. chocolate almond bark
- 1/2 tablespoon coarse grey sea salt (sel gris)
Instructions
- Cover two 9x13 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramels and cream together. Heat in 40 second increments at 100% power until the caramels are melted and the mixture is smooth. (You may also do this on the stove-top over medium-low heat.)
- Add the pecans and mix together. Working quickly, portion the caramel mixture by the tablespoons onto the prepared pans (be careful! The caramel will be hot and sticky!). Chill the candies, uncovered, on the baking sheets until they are set, about 2 hours.
- Place the chocolate in a large microwave-safe bowl and heat at 100% power in 30 second increments; stir between heating until smooth. Dip set caramel candies in the chocolate and return to the parchment. As you dip, immediately sprinkle a pinch of sel gris (grey sea salt) over each chocolate-coated candy while it is still wet. Let stand until set, about 20 minutes (or chill until set).
- Store candies in an airtight container.
Notes
The caramel/pecan mixture sets up quickly, and you may have to re-heat it for 3o seconds in the microwave if it gets too firm to spoon.
Recipe updated 8/2025 for more precise instructions.
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