Caramel-Fudge Turtle Cookies

Caramel-Fudge Turtle Cookies
70 min.
36
108kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Caramel-Fudge Turtle Cookies, a perfect treat for any dessert lover! With a rich combination of buttery sugar cookies, gooey caramel, and luscious hot fudge, these cookies are sure to impress at your next gathering or family get-together. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch from the pecan halves, perfectly complementing the soft and chewy texture of the cookie base.

What makes these cookies truly special is their simplicity. Using a convenient sugar cookie mix, you can whip up a batch in just about 70 minutes, making them an ideal choice for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. The process is not only fun but also allows for creativity as you dip and drizzle the caramel and fudge toppings to your heart's content.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, these Caramel-Fudge Turtle Cookies are a delightful way to satisfy your cravings. With only 108 calories per cookie, you can enjoy a sweet indulgence without the guilt. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake a batch of these irresistible cookies that will have everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • serving you will also need: parchment paper 
  • 17.5 oz sugar cookie mix 
  • serving eggs for on cookie mix pouch
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 12  individually wrapped caramels 
  • tablespoon milk 
  • cup topping hot
  • 36  cashew pieces 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Make cookie dough as directed on package, stirring in flour.
  2. Roll dough into 1-inch balls; place about 2 inches apart on Reynolds Parchment Paper lined cookie sheets.
  3. Bake at 375°F 11 to 12 minutes or until set. Cool 1 minute; place cookies on cooling rack.
  4. Microwave caramels and milk uncovered on High 1 minute to 1 minute 30 seconds, stirring once, until caramels are melted. Dip one side of each cookie at an angle into caramel mixture to coat top half; spread if necessary. If caramel thickens, add up to 1 teaspoon additional milk and reheat.
  5. Spread about 1 teaspoon fudge topping on top of each cookie.
  6. Place pecan half on topping.
  7. Let stand about 15 minutes until toppings are set.

Nutrition Facts

Calories108kcal
Protein5.57%
Fat21.09%
Carbs73.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.64
Glycemic Load
2.01
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.2530434787597%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:108.32kcal
5.42%
Fat:2.56g
3.93%
Saturated Fat:0.58g
3.64%
Carbohydrates:20.01g
6.67%
Net Carbohydrates:19.71g
7.17%
Sugar:11.63g
12.92%
Cholesterol:4.92mg
1.64%
Sodium:79mg
3.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.52g
3.04%
Copper:0.06mg
3.22%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.99%
Phosphorus:24.2mg
2.42%
Magnesium:9.29mg
2.32%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.77%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.76%
Iron:0.31mg
1.7%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.67%
Selenium:1.08µg
1.55%
Zinc:0.19mg
1.28%
Potassium:43.8mg
1.25%
Fiber:0.3g
1.19%
Folate:4.41µg
1.1%
Calcium:10.57mg
1.06%