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Easy Turtle Cookies

Soft chocolate turtle cookies loaded with gooey caramel, toasted pecans and chocolate chips. An easy homemade cookie recipe with the classic flavors of turtle candy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 20 Cookies
Course: Dessert, Desserts
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 3/4 cup soft caramel pieces
  • Flaky sea salt optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips, pecans, and caramel pieces.
  7. Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie onto the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 9–11 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Sprinkle lightly with flaky sea salt if desired.