Chocolate Cookie Turtles
Photograph of chocolate-caramel pecan turtle candies on a white platter
Photograph of chocolate-caramel pecan turtle candies on a white platter
Cook Mode Keep screen awake
Level Easy
Serving 6 to 8 servings
Prep 15 min
Cook 11 min
Total 26 min
Prep 15 min
Cook 11 min

Chocolate Cookie Turtles are a fanciful cookie packed full of pecans, caramel and chocolate and will quickly become a favorite.

Chocolate Cookie Turtles from NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® are delightful treats that blend rich flavors into one irresistible bite. Made with NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Refrigerated Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, these cookies are not only scrumptious but also incredibly easy to prepare, making them perfect for holiday festivities or any special occasion. The chewy caramel and crunchy pecans nestled within the cookies provide an exquisite texture that balances the smooth, velvety chocolate.

Ideal for Christmas or any festive gathering, these kid-friendly desserts come together in under 30 minutes, ensuring you can whip up a batch even with a busy schedule. The combination of ingredients makes every piece a little treasure, perfect for indulging in or for sharing with loved ones. Enjoy the magic of NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® with these delightful Chocolate Cookie Turtles, a sure way to draw smiles and satisfy sweet cravings.

Ingredients

Cookies
Chocolate Cookie Turtles
NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE®
Chocolate Cookie Turtles
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Easy
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
15 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
11 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
24 cookies (2 dozen)

Chocolate Cookie Turtles are a fanciful cookie packed full of pecans, caramel and chocolate and will quickly become a favorite.

Chocolate Cookie Turtles from NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® are delightful treats that blend rich flavors into one irresistible bite. Made with NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Refrigerated Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, these cookies are not only scrumptious but also incredibly easy to prepare, making them perfect for holiday festivities or any special occasion. The chewy caramel and crunchy pecans nestled within the cookies provide an exquisite texture that balances the smooth, velvety chocolate.

Ideal for Christmas or any festive gathering, these kid-friendly desserts come together in under 30 minutes, ensuring you can whip up a batch even with a busy schedule. The combination of ingredients makes every piece a little treasure, perfect for indulging in or for sharing with loved ones. Enjoy the magic of NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® with these delightful Chocolate Cookie Turtles, a sure way to draw smiles and satisfy sweet cravings.

Directions

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Keep screen awake

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375° F.

Step 2

Soak pecans in water for 5 minutes. Arrange 5 pecans on ungreased baking sheets (1 for head, 4 for legs), leaving about a 1-inch circle in center.

Step 3

Shape slightly rounded tablespoons of cookie dough into balls; place over circle onto pecans. Repeat with remaining pecans and dough, placing turtles two inches apart on baking sheets.

Step 4

Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until edges are crisp. Cool on baking sheets on wire racks for 1 minute; remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Step 5

Microwave caramels and milk in medium, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH (100%) power for 1 1/2 minutes; stir. Microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over turtles.

Step 6

Note: Dough from one batch Original NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Chocolate Chip Cookies (NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels 6-ounce package recipe) may be used.

Ingredients

Make It

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375° F.

Step 2

Soak pecans in water for 5 minutes. Arrange 5 pecans on ungreased baking sheets (1 for head, 4 for legs), leaving about a 1-inch circle in center.

Step 3

Shape slightly rounded tablespoons of cookie dough into balls; place over circle onto pecans. Repeat with remaining pecans and dough, placing turtles two inches apart on baking sheets.

Step 4

Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until edges are crisp. Cool on baking sheets on wire racks for 1 minute; remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Step 5

Microwave caramels and milk in medium, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH (100%) power for 1 1/2 minutes; stir. Microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over turtles.

Step 6

Note: Dough from one batch Original NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Chocolate Chip Cookies (NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels 6-ounce package recipe) may be used.

Ingredients

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