Ya, I totally did that!
I have a special treat for you today. A new recipe and some old ones. Hope you enjoy the turtle extravaganza. You know me and turtles. It's a love affair like no other. Well except chocolate. And ice cream. And popcorn. And...
Some of my favourite Turtle Recipes!
So welcome to day 2 of my top 10 post extravaganza. As many of you know we are preparing for a big road trip across Canada and the States. We are driving our son out west to school. So we are not only prepping for a massive road trip but packing up his belongings for his new life out there. Let's just say we'll be lucky the SUV will roll out of the driveway by the time we leave. So much to bring, I really hope it all fits. We also want to spend our last week together chilling out and having family time. So I wanted to do something to keep the blog active for my loyal readers but still free up time for the family. This seemed like the way to go. Each day will be a different top 10 and you will be able to click any of the photos to get to the post with the recipe. Hope you enjoy!
I had intended to post a new turtle recipe earlier this week but let's just say some extended family stuff came up. Which means I never got to post my #10. So I shall include it today since it's absolutely freaking fabulous and I want you to see my newest obsession. I got a waffle stick maker when we did a day trip to the states. Let's just say it's all kinds of fun and not good for my waistline. Head to the bottom to see what the awesomeness I whipped up with it and get the recipe. I think you're going to like this one.
LUNIE'S TOP 10 TURTLE RECIPES:
Turtle Brownie- click photo for the recipe!
Turtle Cheesecake- click photo for the recipe!
Turtle Popcorn- click photo for the recipe!
Turtle Popcorn Gone Wild- click photo for the recipe!
Turtle Ice Cream Pie- click photo for the recipe!
Turtle Banana Split- click photo for the recipe!
Turtle Ice Cream- click photo for the recipe!
Turtle Bark- click photo for the recipe!
Turtle Buns: Guest Post by Frugal Antics of a Harried Homemaker- click photo for the recipe!
Turtle Waffles- see below for the recipe!
Turtle Waffles
Ingredients
Recipe for the Homemade Caramel (this needs to be made in advance):
For the Waffles:
- 6 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 1 tablespoon corn syrup
- 1 cup AP flour
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- ¾ cup vanilla sugar regular sugar is okay too
- ½ cup cocoa
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- Optional-½ cup toffee bits
For the topping:
- 1 cup of chocolate chips melted
- 1 cup of caramel
- 1 cup of chopped pecans
Instructions
Directions for the Homemade Caramel:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat combine water and sugar. Cook until sugar dissolves. Takes about 3 or so minutes.
- Bring to a boil, but DO NOT stir. Let it bubble until it goes golden. You can swirl lightly but don’t stir it.
- Once it goes amber coloured remove from heat. Add butter. Swish around until it melts.
- Add the heavy cream. It will bubble up so be prepared for that.
- Add vanilla and salt.
- Stir until smooth.
- Set aside to cool a bit.
For the Waffles:
- Melt your butter in the microwave. Should take about 45 seconds depending on your microwave. Set aside and let cool.
- In a medium sized bowl combine all your dry ingredients. Combine well.
- In another small bowl combine your wet ingredients and cooled butter. Combine well.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Whisk briefly.
- Pour batter into your waffle maker. Mine took about 3 to 4 minutes for each batch.
- Now plate the waffles. Here’s where it gets good.
- Now drizzle the melted chocolate over top.
- Then drizzle the caramel over top.
- Toss some pecans over top.
- Serve with a big old Turtle Loving smile!
Notes
Can I just say this might be my new favourite way to get my turtle fix right now. So good! Wickedly over indulgent I know, but heck, life is short. Eat some turtles. Eat lots of turtles. One day when you're old you will never say " I wish I hadn't eaten all those turtles".
I did something a bit different with this particular top 10. I included a recipe from another blogger. I wanted to include Kristen's guest post where she made Turtle Buns in this recap. I know from personal experience how good these things are since she brought me oodles of them to chomp on during our trip to Food Blog Forum. They are beyond good and the proof is in the p...turtle buns people, Kristen is a kick a** cook! Stop by and visit her blog, Frugal Antics of a Harried Homemaker to see for yourself!!!
Stop by tomorrow for my Top 10 Ice Cream posts. This one will make you want to grab a spoon the size of Mount Rushmore!
My Vanilla Sugar recipe!
Caramel is adapted from Fine Cooking.
Toodles and smoochies! xx
Anna@Crunchy Creamy Sweett
You turtle queen, you! Oh the drizzle - it's killing me and I want it!!
Sandra's Easy Cooking
One word "mouthwatering" ....great post and I am loving your pics!
Have fun on the road trip! 🙂
Joan@Chocolate and More
You are insane in the best possible way!
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef
I want to skip the waffles (they DO look wonderful) and head right over to the turtle popcorn that is seriously calling me long distance!
Roxana | Roxana's Home Baking
can I pick one of each? I'm having a hard time deciding which one I like more!
Have a great trip Kim!
Choc Chip Uru
You are actually the turtle queen my friend, this post is utterly killing me 😀
Great job!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
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Lora @cakeduchess
Your road trip sounds like it will be amazing! I know how it gets when posts don't go as planned. Life gets in the way of food blogging;)Delicious turtle roundup you have here...samples would be even better!!xx
Marjorie (Sugar for the Brain)
Oh wow! Just last week I made my first turtle dessert and I loved it! So many great recipe here, I really must try the ice cream pie!!!!
Katrina
I love your turtle obsession! Happy trails and safe travels!
anna
i have turtles in my freezer RIGHT NOW! i think the turtle banana split is my favorite up there...
joanne @ FifteenSpatulas
Turtle stuff is just the best, isn't it? I love your chocolate is a girl's best friend dish LOL!
suzanne Perazzini
What on earth is this turtle thing? It looks pretty wonderful whatever it is. Have a great trip.
Vicki Bensinger
These all sound amazing. I think I will try the turtle popcorn gone wild first.
Have a safe trip taking your son to school. It sounds like it will be a nice memorable trip. I'd be crying the entire way but you sound brave.
Ramona
You completely have my attention. I have never fantasized about turtles stuff like this.... they all look fantastic.
Laura @ WyldeThyme
Woke up this morning to turtle waffles on my facebook page, WOW! Happy Sunday morning! Another amazing crave-inducing post!
Cindy's Recipes and Writings
I love turtles! So cute the way they walk and ....Hey wait a minute............... Oh I love THESE turtles too! 😉
kitchenriffs
"Now plate the waffles. Here’s where it gets good."
I love this line in the instructions! Nice job of herding turtles here - some really good stuff. 😉 Thanks!
Kayle (The Cooking Actress)
I want some of that popcorn. And those waffles. Like a lot.
Good luck getting everything ready to move your son!!! My mom had a bit of a hard time moving me, too.
Nami | Just One Cookbook
Oh you are killing me with THE Turtle Bark. I've been keeping this recipe forever. I have to try and I want to try...but so scared of losing control of my diet (I lost 5 lb this summer. yay!). I'm holding tight for this recipe and will make it eventually. Keep reminding me once in a while. Haha! I really love your turtle collection!!!
Becky
The turtle bark has my name all over it. Have to make it soon. You have so many Turtle creations to make and so little time.
Have a safe trip and bring lots of kleenex.