Chocolate Turtle Pecan Cookies

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   To make the cookies: In a small bowl, combine the flour, cocoa, and salt; set aside.

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   In a large bowl, beat together the sugar, light butter, fat-free cream cheese, 1 egg white, nonfat milk, and vanilla.

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   Add the flour mixture and blend well.

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   Chill dough at least 30 minutes, or until firm enough to handle.

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   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat two baking sheets with nonstick vegetable-oil spray.

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   Shape the dough into 1-inch balls.

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   Dip each ball into the remaining egg white and roll in pecans to coat.

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   Place on prepared baking sheet and gently flatten.

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   Bake 10 to 12 minutes.

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    Let cookies cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes and then carefully remove to wire racks to cool completely.

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    To make the caramel topping: In a small saucepan, combine caramels and evaporated skim milk.

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    Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth.

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    Drizzle caramel topping over cooled cookies.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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