Snappy Turtle Cookies

Vegetarian
Snappy Turtle Cookies
45 min.
30
82kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of Snappy Turtle Cookies, a charming dessert that brings a touch of whimsy to your baking repertoire. These vegetarian treats are not only visually appealing, resembling adorable little turtles, but they also pack a flavorful punch that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. Perfect for gatherings, parties, or simply a sweet afternoon snack, these cookies are sure to impress both friends and family alike.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 30 cookies that are as fun to make as they are to eat. The combination of rich brown sugar, creamy butter, and a hint of maple flavor creates a delectable dough that pairs beautifully with the crunchy pecan halves, which serve as the turtles' legs and head. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by a melt-in-your-mouth experience, especially when topped with a luscious chocolate frosting that adds an extra layer of decadence.

Whether you're an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, Snappy Turtle Cookies are a fantastic way to showcase your culinary skills while bringing a smile to everyone’s face. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a batch of these delightful cookies that are sure to become a favorite in your dessert collection!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed
  • tablespoon butter 
  • cup powdered sugar sifted
  •  eggs separated
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose sifted
  • 0.1 teaspoon maple extract flavored
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • 42  pecans 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounce baker's chocolate unsweetened
  • 0.3 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • double boiler

Directions

  1. Sift together 1 1/2 cups flour, baking soda and salt. Cream 1/2 cup butter and gradually add 1/2 cup brown sugar, creaming well.
  2. Add egg and egg yolk and beat well. Blend in vanilla and maple flavoring.
  3. Add the dry ingredients gradually, mixing thoroughly. Chill to slightly firm dough.
  4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  5. Arrange pecan halves in groups of five on greased baking sheets to resemble head and legs of a turtle. Shape dough into balls; dip bottom into unbeaten egg white and press lightly onto nuts. Use a rounded teaspoon of dough for each, so tips of nuts will show when cookies are baked.
  6. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes. Do not overbake. Cool; frost tops generously with Chocolate Frosting.
  7. Combine 2 (1-ounce) squares of unsweetened chocolate ( or 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate pieces), 1/4 cup milk and 1 Tablespoon butter in top of double boiler.
  8. Heat over boiling water until chocolate melts; blend until smooth.
  9. Remove from heat; add 1 cup sifted confectioners' sugar. Beat until smooth and glossy. If too thin, add more confectioners' sugar until the desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts

Calories82kcal
Protein6.19%
Fat31.88%
Carbs61.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.77
Glycemic Load
3.5
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.2621739505912%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.21mg
Delphinidin
0.14mg
Catechin
1.36mg
Epigallocatechin
0.11mg
Epicatechin
2.7mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:82.01kcal
4.1%
Fat:3.04g
4.68%
Saturated Fat:1.07g
6.66%
Carbohydrates:13.3g
4.43%
Net Carbohydrates:12.63g
4.59%
Sugar:7.69g
8.54%
Cholesterol:6.7mg
2.23%
Sodium:36.04mg
1.57%
Alcohol:0.01g
100%
Alcohol %:0.07%
100%
Protein:1.33g
2.66%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.64%
Copper:0.1mg
4.84%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.44%
Selenium:2.91µg
4.15%
Iron:0.72mg
4.02%
Folate:13.14µg
3.28%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.69%
Fiber:0.67g
2.68%
Magnesium:10.69mg
2.67%
Phosphorus:24.96mg
2.5%
Zinc:0.34mg
2.29%
Vitamin B3:0.43mg
2.13%
Potassium:40.61mg
1.16%
Calcium:10.75mg
1.08%
Source:Allrecipes