Chocolate Chip Turtle Cookies

The classic flavors of chocolate, caramel, and pecans combine in these delectable Chocolate Chip Turtle Cookies for a truly decadent treat. Theyre soft and chewy, with just the right amount of sweetness and nuttiness. Perfect for any occasion or as a well-deserved treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup caramel bits or soft caramels, chopped

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line baking sheets with parchment paper

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy

Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined

Fold in the chocolate chips, chopped pecans, and chopped caramel bits

Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are slightly soft

Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely

Enjoy these delicious Chocolate Chip Turtle Cookies