Smashed Bugs (Pretzel Turtles)

I saw this recipe a few years ago called Smashed Bugs.  It's really yummy and the kids LOVE it!

Smashed Bugs (Pretzel Turtles)
Pretzels
Rolos or Caramel Kisses*
Pecan halves
Semi-sweet chocolate, melted

Spread pretzels in a single layer onto a cookie sheet.

Top each pretzel with one unwrapped Rolo or Caramel Kiss.

Bake in oven at 350 degrees F for about 3 minutes, just enough for the chocolate to begin melting.

Press one pecan half into the melting chocolate, press down..."smash the bug"...

Drizzle melted chocolate over them and cool completely.

Once they've cooled, they should pop right off of the pan. 

Store in an air tight container.

YUM!

TIP:  You can use the normal shaped pretzels for this, but I prefer the square ones.  Just because I'm weird like that.

*This was the first time I used Caramel Kisses.  I saw it on another blog and wanted to see how they turned out.  I think they were a little too messy and most of the caramel oozed out once they were "smashed".  I think next time I'll just stick with the Rolos for this recipe.