Description
Turtle Thumbprint Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and crunchy pecans with a gooey center. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these cookies are easy to make and sure to impress. Their charming thumbprint design holds a sweet surprise, capturing the joy of baking and sharing delicious desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually stir in the flour until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the baking sheets. Use your thumb to create an indentation in each ball.
- Fill each thumbprint with chocolate chips and bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg