Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Turtle Cookies—a perfect blend of rich chocolate dough, gooey caramel pieces, and crunchy pecans. These cookies are a crowd-pleaser at any gathering, offering a sweet, chewy texture that pairs beautifully with their nutty crunch. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this easy recipe will have you whipping up these decadent treats in no time. Perfect for gift-giving or simply enjoying with your loved ones, these Turtle Cookies will quickly become a favorite on your dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup natural unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped caramel squares
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
- Cut caramel squares into small pieces.
- In a medium bowl, mix chocolate chips, chopped pecans, and caramel pieces; set aside half for topping.
- Whisk flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda in a small bowl.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and both sugars until fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients along with most of the add-ins (reserve half).
- Form dough balls using a cookie scoop; press reserved add-ins onto each ball.
- Bake cookies for 10-14 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg