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Turtle Cookies Recipe

By Emma :

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Turtle Cookies

I am so excited to share this recipe with you today! As many of you know, I am deeply grateful for the continued support and enthusiasm from all of you – my fabulous readers. It’s your excitement and feedback that inspire me to keep exploring and sharing these delicious creations. Today, we’re diving into a real treat: Turtle Cookies! Imagine the delightful blend of gooey caramel, crunchy pecans, and rich chocolate, all wrapped up in a soft, decadent cookie. It’s a recipe that combines comfort and indulgence in every bite!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup finely chopped caramel squares
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup salted butter, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

How to Make Turtle Cookies

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
  3. Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the room temperature butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
  5. Combine the mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just incorporated.
  6. Fold in the fun stuff: Gently stir in the chopped caramel squares, pecans, and chocolate chips.
  7. Scoop the cookies: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto your prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly soft.
  9. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Helpful Tips

  • Chop the caramel squares finely to ensure they melt evenly and incorporate nicely into each cookie.
  • Room temperature butter is crucial for a fluffy, well-mixed cookie dough.
  • Don’t overbake the cookies; removing them from the oven while slightly underbaked in the center will keep them soft and chewy.

Substitutions/Variations

  • Nut-Free: For a nut-free version, omit the pecans and add an extra 1/4 cup of chocolate chips or caramel pieces.
  • Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free butter and chocolate chips to cater to those with dairy restrictions.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can I freeze these cookies? Yes, these cookies freeze well. Just make sure they are completely cooled before freezing and store in an airtight container.
  • How long do they keep? Stored in an airtight container, these cookies will keep for up to 5 days at room temperature.

Storage Instructions

To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months, making them a great make-ahead treat for sudden cravings or unexpected guests!

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Turtle Cookies Recipe

Turtle Cookies Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Description

Dive into the delightful world of Turtle Cookies! Each bite is a symphony of gooey caramel, crunchy pecans, and rich chocolate, making these cookies a perfect treat for any occasion. They’re easy to make and absolutely irresistible. Join me, Emma, in baking these heavenly treats that promise to bring a smile to everyone’s face!


Ingredients

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1/2 cup finely chopped caramel squares

1/2 cup chopped pecans

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

1 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled

1/4 cup cocoa powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 cup salted butter, at room temperature

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/2 cup white sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract


Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.

In a large bowl, cream the room temperature butter with both sugars using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just incorporated.

Fold in the chopped caramel squares, pecans, and chocolate chips.

Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto your prepared baking sheet.

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set but the center is still slightly soft.

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Ensure the caramel squares are finely chopped to promote even melting and distribution throughout the cookies.

Keep an eye on your baking time; slightly underbaking the cookies will keep them wonderfully soft and chewy.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: Approximately 150
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 85 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 21 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg

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