Description
Turtle Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful treat that combines rich buttery cookies with gooey caramel and crunchy pecans. Ideal for any occasion, these easy-to-make cookies feature a soft foundation and a sweet surprise at the center, making each bite an explosion of flavor. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, they are sure to impress everyone around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg yolk until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart. Use your thumb to create an indentation in each cookie.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Remove from the oven and fill each indentation with caramel sauce, topping with chopped pecans.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg