Double Chocolate Turtle Cookies
Indulge in the ultimate chocolatey treat with these Double Chocolate Turtle Cookies! Perfect for any chocolate lover, these cookies are gooey, decadent, and oh-so delicious.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 12 caramels, cut in half
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips, pecans, and caramel pieces.
- Scoop out tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information:
- Serving size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 110mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 22g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 13g
- Protein: 2g
Helpful tips:
- For an extra decadent touch, drizzle melted chocolate or caramel on top of the cookies before serving.
- Try using different types of nuts like walnuts or almonds for added crunch and flavor.
- If you’re a fan of dark chocolate, swap out the semisweet chocolate chips for dark chocolate chips.
- To enhance the caramel flavor, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of the cookies before baking.
- Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- These cookies can be frozen for up to 1 month. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Make sure to use softened butter for a tender cookie texture.
- If you prefer a chewier cookie, slightly underbake them for a softer center.
- Get creative with toppings like chopped candy bars, mini marshmallows, or crushed pretzels.
- Double the recipe and share these cookies with friends and family for a delicious homemade gift.
Expert Secrets:
- Creaming the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy is key to achieving a soft and chewy cookie texture.
- Be careful not to overmix the dough once you add the dry ingredients to prevent a tough cookie texture.
- Allowing the cookies to cool on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack helps them set and retain their shape.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate chips for variations in flavor and sweetness.
- Adding a touch of instant espresso powder to the dough enhances the chocolate flavor without tasting like coffee.
- For an extra chocolatey cookie, fold in some chopped chocolate chunks along with the chocolate chips.
- Using high-quality cocoa powder will result in a richer and more intense chocolate flavor in the cookies.
- For a festive twist, sprinkle some crushed candy canes on top of the cookies during the holiday season.
- Make sure to cool the cookies completely before storing them to prevent them from becoming soggy or sticky.
- These cookies are best enjoyed warm with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent dessert.
