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Chocolate Turtle Cookies

Chocolate Turtle Cookies with Gooey Caramel & Pecans

Delicious Chocolate Turtle Cookies bursting with gooey caramel and pecans for an irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure freshness to avoid flat cookies
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
  • 0.75 cup Dutch processed cocoa Substitute with natural cocoa if desired
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Room temperature for creaminess
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can use coconut sugar for lower glycemic index
  • 1 cup light brown sugar Dark brown sugar can enhance flavor
  • 2 large eggs Use only yolks for increased richness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best results
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Dark chocolate chips can be used for a deeper flavor
  • 0.5 cup chopped pecans Substitute with walnuts or omit for a nut-free option
  • 0.5 cup caramel bits Soften hard caramels for easier mixing
For the Drizzle
  • salted caramel sauce Homemade is often better than store-bought

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla, beating until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips, chopped pecans, and caramel bits.
  7. Scoop dough onto baking sheets, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheet for about 3 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  10. Drizzle with salted caramel sauce while cookies are still warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

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