Get ready to discover the most irresistible cookie recipe that will not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also become your ultimate friendship currency! These Chocolate Turtle Cookies are more than just a dessert - they're a culinary masterpiece that combines rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans in every single bite. Whether you're looking to impress your friends, win over a crowd, or simply treat yourself to something extraordinary, these cookies are guaranteed to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 32 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup caramel candies, unwrapped
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually add dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chopped pecans using a spatula, distributing evenly throughout the dough.
- Cut caramel candies into small pieces, approximately ¼ inch in size.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Press a few caramel pieces into the top of each cookie dough ball.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers are set but still soft.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Drizzle additional melted chocolate over cooled cookies for extra decadence.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough cookies instead of soft, chewy ones.
- Cut caramel candies into small, uniform pieces to prevent large, hard caramel chunks.
- Leave enough space between cookies on the baking sheet to allow for spreading.
- Use a high-quality chocolate chip for more intense chocolate flavor.
- Let cookies cool completely before storing to maintain their ideal texture.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 5 days.
- For extra indulgence, consider using dark chocolate chips for a more complex flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg
