Chocolate Turtle Cookies Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Chocolate Turtle Cookies! Perfectly gooey centers of dulce de leche are nestled between crunchy pecans and rich, decadent chocolate cookies. This recipe, inspired by closetcooking.com, is surprisingly easy to make and delivers an explosion of flavor in every bite. Get ready for a treat that's both elegant and utterly delicious!

Prep Time 40 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 246.2 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Turtle Cookies

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How to Make Chocolate Turtle Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 large egg yolk, 2 tablespoons milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight).
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk 2 large egg whites until frothy.
  8. Once chilled, roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
  9. Dip each dough ball into the egg whites, then roll in ½ cup chopped pecans, ensuring the pecans adhere well.
  10. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheets, pecan-side up.
  11. Using a teaspoon, gently indent the center of each cookie.
  12. Bake for 10-12 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through, until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
  13. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  14. Once cooled, fill each indentation with about ½ teaspoon of dulce de leche and top with a pecan half.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

47g

Fat

29g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Turtle Cookies?

Chocolate Turtle Cookies takes about 62 minutes from start to finish — roughly 40 minutes to prepare and 22 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Turtle Cookies?

Chocolate Turtle Cookies has approximately 246.2 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 26 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Turtle Cookies?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Turtle Cookies are All Purpose Flour, Cocoa Powder, Salt, Butter, Sugar, Egg Yolk. See the full list with measurements above.

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