Triple Chocolate Turtle Cookies
Try this Triple Chocolate Turtle Cookies recipe
Try this Triple Chocolate Turtle Cookies recipe
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pecans roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon shortening
- 1/2 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter at room temperature (1 stick)
- 14 soft caramel candies (i use kraft)
- 4 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips or baking chocolate
- Carbohydrate 14.7868510831516 g
- Cholesterol 10.2154192475741 mg
- Fat 2.78144749392441 g
- Fiber 0.606417898890324 g
- Protein 1.40152477695125 g
- Saturated Fat 1.56588126139376 g
- Serving Size 1 1 cookie (26g)
- Sodium 97.6232718423859 mg
- Sugar 14.1804331842613 g
- Trans Fat 0.214862821305486 g
- Calories 88 calories
Step-by-step
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, cocoa, and salt; set aside.
- In a hand or stand mixer, beat butter until creamy, add sugars and beat until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add egg, milk, molasses, and vanilla; mix until incorporated. Reduce speed to low and add flour mixture until just combined.
- Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours. After 2 hours, remove dough. (Let sit for a few minutes if its too hard to work with.)
- Preheat oven to 350F degrees. Line baking sheets with nonslip mats or parchment; set aside.
- Mix together the mini chocolate chips and pecan pieces in a small bowl. Roll chilled dough into 1-inch balls, then roll in chocolate chips/pecans, pressing them firmly into the dough. Place 10 balls per baking sheet (it makes a total of 30 cookies) about 2 inches apart.
- Using a 1/2 teaspoon measuring spoon, make a slight indentation in the center of each dough ball.
- Bake for 10 minutes then let cool on the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to cooling rack. Once cookies are transferred to rack, gently re-press the indentations.
- While cookies are cooling, prepare the caramel filling by microwaving caramels and cream together in a small bowl until smooth, stirring every 30 seconds until melted, about 1-2 minutes.
- Fill each indentation with about 1/2 teaspoon of the caramel.
- To make the Chocolate Drizzle, microwave chocolate in a small bowl on 50% power, stirring every 30 seconds until melted. Stir in shortening. Transfer chocolate to a Ziploc bag, snip off a small corner and drizzle over cookies.
Triple Chocolate Turtle Cookies: A Sweet Treat for Any Occasion
As a busy working mom, finding time to bake is a luxury, not a given. But sometimes, the craving for something homemade, something warm and comforting, hits you like a ton of bricks. That's when I turn to recipes that are delicious, relatively quick, and yield impressive results. These Triple Chocolate Turtle Cookies are exactly that – a delightful balance of effort and reward.
The aroma alone is enough to transport you. The rich scent of cocoa mingles with the sweet fragrance of caramels and pecans, a symphony of deliciousness that fills the kitchen and promises a treat to remember. And the taste? Oh, the taste! The perfect combination of textures – the soft, chewy cookie, the crunchy pecans, the gooey caramel, and the smooth, dark chocolate drizzle – creates an explosion of flavors in your mouth. It's a delightful dance of sweet, salty, and rich, a harmonious blend that will satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth.
These cookies aren't just for special occasions; they're perfect for any day you need a little pick-me-up. Whether it's a quiet night in with a cup of tea or a busy afternoon requiring a little energy boost, these cookies are the perfect companion. They're also great for sharing – imagine the smiles on the faces of your colleagues, friends, or family when you present them with a plate of these delectable treats. The satisfaction of creating something so delicious and being able to share it with others is a feeling unlike any other.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. The steps are straightforward, easy to follow, and require minimal baking skills. Even a novice baker can confidently tackle this recipe and achieve fantastic results. The ingredients are common pantry staples, readily available at any grocery store. This means you can whip up a batch whenever the craving strikes, without having to go on a special shopping expedition.
I often make a double batch, storing half in an airtight container for later enjoyment. It's a great way to have a delicious treat readily available for those spontaneous moments when you need a little something sweet. These cookies also travel well, making them ideal for potlucks, picnics, or even taking to work to share with your team.
So, if you're looking for a simple yet impressive dessert recipe that is guaranteed to impress, look no further than these Triple Chocolate Turtle Cookies. They're the perfect blend of convenience and indulgence, a delicious treat that will satisfy your sweet cravings and leave you feeling happy and fulfilled. The combination of chocolate, caramel, and pecans is a classic for a reason, and this recipe elevates it to a whole new level.
Making these cookies is more than just following a recipe; it’s an experience. It’s about the joy of creating something delicious from scratch, the satisfaction of watching the cookies transform in the oven, and the warmth of sharing the finished product with loved ones. Each bite is a testament to the simple pleasures in life – the kind of joy that only a perfectly baked cookie can provide. So, go ahead, give it a try. Your taste buds will thank you.
