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Turtle Cookies


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Chewy, rich chocolate cookies bursting with gooey caramel, crunchy pecans, and melty chocolate chips. A delightful treat perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup caramel pieces
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Fold in the caramel pieces, chopped pecans, and chocolate chips.
  7. Drop generous spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the cookies have a slight sheen.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chill the dough for up to two days before baking, or freeze for up to three months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg