Chocolate Chip Turtle Cookies
Chocolate Chip Turtle Cookies are a decadent treat that combines soft, chewy cookie goodness with rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans. Each bite is an indulgent experience, making these cookies perfect for any occasion—from cozy nights at home to festive gatherings. Prepare to delight your taste buds with every delicious morsel of this irresistible dessert!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup toasted pecans (chopped)
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips, pecans, and half of the caramel sauce.
- Drop dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are slightly golden.
- Drizzle remaining caramel sauce over cookies once cooled slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For a nut-free version, omit the pecans and consider adding extra chocolate chips or dried fruit. You can also swap semi-sweet chocolate chips for dark chocolate for a richer flavor.