Turtle Cookies

These beautiful little cookies are such a tasty turtle treat. I just love the flavor combination of the chocolate cookie, crunchy pecans, and creamy caramel center.

Ingredients
Cookies:

1 c. all-purpose flour
1/3 c. cocoa powder
1/4 tsp. salt
8 T. (1 stick) butter, softened
2/3 c. granulated sugar
1 large egg, separated
1 additional egg white
2 T. milk

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1 1/4 c. pecans, finely chopped

Caramel Filling:

14 soft caramel candies
3 T. heavy cream

Chocolate Drizzle (optional):

2 oz. semi-sweet chocolate
1 tsp. shortening

Directions

Prepare the Cookies: Combine flour, cocoa, and salt; set aside.
With a stand mixer or electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add egg yolk, milk, and vanilla; mix until incorporated. Reduce speed to low and add flour mixture until just combined.
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