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Irresistible Turtle Cookies

Irresistible Turtle Cookies with Chewy Caramel Surprise

Indulge in Irresistible Turtle Cookies, featuring chewy caramel, crunchy pecans, and rich chocolate for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened; use vegan butter for a dairy-free version
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar provides sweetness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract elevates taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda leavening agent
  • 1 large egg Large Egg binds ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Dutch Process Cocoa for chocolate flavor
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour forms cookie structure
For the Crunchy Filling
  • 1/2 cup Finely Chopped Pecans or walnuts
  • 1 cup Chewy Caramels high-quality for best results
For the Drizzle
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet or Dark Chocolate for rich drizzle

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, sugar, salt, and vanilla for 2-3 minutes until fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and mix for an additional 30 seconds.
  3. Sift together the cocoa, flour, and baking soda. Gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. Fold in the chopped pecans and refrigerate the dough for at least 12 hours.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  6. Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of dough, press a caramel into the center, and shape around it.
  7. Roll in chopped pecans and place on baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm but centers are soft.
  9. Let cool on sheets before transferring to wire racks.
  10. Melt chocolate and drizzle over cooled cookies for decoration.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Quality ingredients are crucial for the best flavor. Allowing the dough to chill enhances texture.

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