Best 2 Turtle Cookie Cups Recipes

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Introducing the delectable Turtle Cookie Cups, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These delightful treats combine the richness of chocolate chip cookie cups with the creamy indulgence of caramel, the nutty crunch of pecans, and the velvety smoothness of chocolate ganache. Each bite offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors, leaving you craving more. This recipe provides easy-to-follow instructions for creating these heavenly treats, along with variations to suit different dietary preferences. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will empower you to create these impressive desserts that are perfect for any occasion.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

TURTLE COOKIE CUPS



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The gooey caramel pairs wonderfully with crunchy pecans. For a twist, use white chocolate chips in the cups and drizzle with white chocolate. - Heather King, Frostburg, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 cup Kraft caramel bits
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
48 pecan halves (about 3/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Shape dough into 1-in. balls; place in greased mini-muffin cups. Press evenly onto bottoms and up the sides of cups. Bake 9-11 minutes or until edges are golden brown. With the back of measuring teaspoon, make an indentation in each cup. Immediately sprinkle with 3/4 cup chocolate chips and chopped pecans. Cool in pans 10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt caramel bits with cream; stir until smooth. Spoon into cups. Top each with a pecan half. In a microwave, melt remaining chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Drizzle over pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 95mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

TURTLE COOKIE CUPS



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These sweet treats are cute as cupcakes, snackable as cookies and as addictive as candy! Yum....

Provided by Valerie Johnson

Categories     Chocolate

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg betty crocker double chocolate chunk cookie mix
3 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 Tbsp water
1 egg
36 round milk chocolate-covered chewy caramels, unwrapped
36 pecan halves

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Place miniature paper baking cups in each of 36 mini muffin cups.
  • 2. In large bowl stir cookie mix, oil, water and egg until soft dough forms.
  • 3. Shape dough into 36 1-1/4 inch balls, place in muffin cups. If dough becomes sticky, dust hands with flour.
  • 4. Bake 8 - 9 minutes or until edges are set. Immediately press one milk chocolate-covered caramel into center of each cookie cup.
  • 5. Cool two minutes. Top with pecan halves. Cool completely. Remove from pan with narrow spatula.

Tips:

  • Soften butter to room temperature: This will make it easier to cream together with the sugar and create a smooth cookie dough.
  • Chill the cookie dough before baking: This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Use a cookie scoop to portion the dough: This will ensure that all of the cookies are the same size and shape.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set: Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before filling them: This will prevent the filling from melting and making the cookies soggy.
  • Use a variety of toppings to decorate the cookies: Chopped nuts, chocolate chips, and sprinkles are all great options.

Conclusion:

Turtle cookie cups are a fun and easy treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a sweet snack. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these delicious cookies that are sure to be a hit. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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