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. 1 c. all-purpose flour
2. 1/3 c. cocoa powder
3. 1/4 tsp. salt
4. 8 T. (1 stick) butter, softened
5. 2/3 c. granulated sugar
6. 1 large egg, separated
7. 1 additional egg white
8. 2 T. milk
9. 1 tsp. vanilla extract
10. 1 1/4 c. pecans, finely chopped

Caramel Filling:

1. 14 soft caramel candies
2. 3 T. heavy cream

Chocolate Drizzle (optional):

1. 2 oz. semi-sweet chocolate
2. 1 tsp. shortening

Directions

1. Prepare the Cookies: Combine flour, cocoa, and salt; set aside.
2. 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.
3. Read more at https://www.thekitchenismyplayground.com/2012/09/insanely-delicious-turtle-cookies.html

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