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Turtle Cookies Recipe

Turtle Cookies Recipe
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Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of Turtle Cookies, a delightful combination of chocolate, caramel, and pecans. These thumbprint cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or simply as a sweet treat any time of year.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (separated)
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 20 soft caramel candies (unwrapped)
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolk, milk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Add dry ingredients: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
  5. Prepare pecans: In a separate bowl, beat the egg white until frothy. Roll the dough into balls, dip in egg white, then coat with chopped pecans.
  6. Bake: Place cookies on the baking sheet, make an indentation, and bake for 10–12 minutes.
  7. Prepare caramel: Melt caramels with heavy cream, fill cookies with caramel after baking.
  8. Drizzle chocolate: Melt chocolate chips and drizzle over cookies.

Notes

  • You can use pre-made caramel sauce to save time.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

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