Caramel-Chocolate Pecan Cookies

Caramel-Chocolate Pecan Cookies
40 min.
24
223kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Caramel-Chocolate Pecan Cookies, a perfect treat for any dessert lover! With a rich combination of buttery cookie dough, toasted pecans, and a luscious drizzle of caramel and chocolate, these cookies are sure to impress your family and friends. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe yields 24 scrumptious cookies, making it ideal for gatherings, parties, or simply a cozy night in.

The secret to their irresistible flavor lies in the balance of textures and tastes. The soft, chewy cookie base is enhanced by the crunch of toasted pecans, while the gooey caramel and silky chocolate create a decadent topping that elevates each bite. A sprinkle of coarse sea salt adds a delightful contrast, making these cookies not just a dessert, but a true culinary experience.

Whether you're an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and fun to make. Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a batch of cookies that will have everyone coming back for more. Perfect for sharing or savoring all on your own, these Caramel-Chocolate Pecan Cookies are a must-try for anyone who loves a sweet treat with a touch of elegance!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 10 oz individually wrapped caramels 
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.7 cup pecans toasted
  • 24  pecans toasted
  • oz semi chocolate chips 
  • pouch sugar cookie mix (1 lb 1.5 oz)
  • tablespoons whipping cream 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375F. In food processor, place 2/3 cup pecans. Cover; process until finely ground. In large bowl, beat ground pecans, cookie mix, butter and egg with electric mixer on medium speed until soft dough forms.
  2. Shape dough into 24 (1-inch) balls.
  3. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
  4. Place 1 pecan half on top of each ball.
  5. Bake 10 minutes or until golden.
  6. Remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack; cool completely.
  7. In medium microwavable bowl, microwave caramels and whipping cream uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth. In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips uncovered on High 1 minute, stirring once, until softened and chips can be stirred smooth.
  8. Drizzle caramel mixture and melted chocolate over cookies.
  9. Sprinkle with salt.

Nutrition Facts

Calories223kcal
Protein3.97%
Fat44.79%
Carbs51.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.63
Glycemic Load
5.93
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.6726086680656%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.45mg
Delphinidin
0.3mg
Catechin
0.3mg
Epigallocatechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:223.14kcal
11.16%
Fat:11.33g
17.43%
Saturated Fat:4.37g
27.29%
Carbohydrates:29.17g
9.72%
Net Carbohydrates:28.39g
10.32%
Sugar:19.27g
21.41%
Cholesterol:19.51mg
6.5%
Sodium:170.25mg
7.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:4.06mg
1.35%
Protein:2.26g
4.52%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.57%
Copper:0.11mg
5.62%
Phosphorus:42.74mg
4.27%
Magnesium:15.75mg
3.94%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.65%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.37%
Vitamin A:156.1IU
3.12%
Fiber:0.78g
3.11%
Iron:0.53mg
2.94%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.64%
Calcium:25.15mg
2.52%
Potassium:73.95mg
2.11%
Selenium:1.41µg
2.02%
Vitamin E:0.28mg
1.87%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.6%
Folate:5.75µg
1.44%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.17%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.03%
Vitamin K:1.07µg
1.02%