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Chocolate Caramel Turtle Cookies

Indulge in the irresistible delight of chocolate caramel turtle cookies! This decadent treat combines rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans to create a sensory experience that’s perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and hard to resist, these cookies evoke nostalgia and joy, making them ideal for sharing with loved ones. Whether it's a festive gathering or a cozy night, whip up a batch of these delicious cookies and enjoy every bite!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

1 cup caramel bits or soft caramels, unwrapped

1 cup pecans, chopped

Sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven:

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

      Cream the Butter and Sugars:

        In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

          Add Eggs and Vanilla:

            Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.

              Combine Dry Ingredients:

                In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.

                  Fold in Chocolate, Caramel, and Pecans:

                    Gently fold in the chocolate chips, caramel bits, and chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

                      Scoop the Dough:

                        Using a cookie scoop or a spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

                          Bake the Cookies:

                            Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will look soft; they will firm up as they cool.

                              Sprinkle with Sea Salt:

                                As soon as you take the cookies out of the oven, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of each cookie for that perfect sweet-salty contrast.

                                  Cool and Enjoy:

                                    Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

                                      Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 mins | 30 mins | Makes about 24 cookies