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Turtle Pudding Cookies

Indulgent Turtle Pudding Cookies with Gooey Caramel Delight

Turtle Pudding Cookies are irresistible treats that combine rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans for a delightful experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 pkg instant chocolate pudding mix 3.4 oz
  • 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Can be omitted for less chocolate intensity
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Avoid using baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Softened; can use vegan butter
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Can try coconut sugar for a healthier twist
  • 0.5 cups packed brown sugar Opt for dark brown sugar for more flavor
  • 2 large eggs Flax eggs can be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure extract is best
For the Add-Ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips White chocolate is an alternative
  • 1 cup caramel bits Can substitute with chopped soft caramels
  • 1 cup chopped pecans Swap with walnuts or omit for nut-free

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream together softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed brown sugar in a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
  2. Add eggs and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, blending until completely incorporated. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, chocolate pudding mix, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  3. Fold in chocolate chips, caramel bits, and chopped pecans into the dough using a spatula.
  4. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Drop rounded balls of chilled dough onto the sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes.
  6. Remove cookies from oven and let them sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough to prevent spreading, watch bake time for desired texture, and store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.

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