Description
Turtle cookies are the ultimate indulgence for any sweet lover. Combining rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans, these cookies deliver a delightful explosion of flavors with every bite. Perfect for celebrations or simply satisfying your sweet cravings, they are easy to make and sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chopped pecans and chocolate chips gently.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain slightly soft. Let cool briefly before drizzling with warm caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg