How to Make Turtles® Cookies II - A Step-by-Step Guide

Turtles® Cookies are a beloved classic treat that has been enjoyed for generations. The combination of crunchy pecans, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate has made these cookies a perennial favorite. In this recipe for Turtles® Cookies II, we'll show you how to recreate this delightful treat in your own kitchen.

These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a holiday gathering, a birthday party, or just craving a sweet and indulgent snack. They make a great gift for...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • ½ cup caramel ice cream topping
  • 1 cup chocolate coating wafers, melted

Information

  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 24 cookies

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Stir in the vanilla, then the flour.
  • Roll the dough into walnut sized balls, roll the balls in the egg whites, then roll them in the chopped pecans. Place the cookies 1 1/2 inches apart on an unprepared cookie sheet. Using your finger, make an indention in the center of each cookie.
  • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until bottom of cookies are lightly browned.
  • When the cookies come out of the oven fill the indentation with the caramel filling, and let cool. Pour about 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons of chocolate over each cookie to cover the caramel center. Let stand until chocolate is set.
  • Nutrition

    429 cal.

    • Total Fat: 26g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 44mg
    • Sodium: 178mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 49mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 140mg