Turtle Shortbread Cookies Recipe

Name: Turtle Shortbread Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cups butter, softened; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon almond extract; 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 36 caramels; 3 tablespoons 2% milk; 1-1/2 cups chopped pecans; 1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips; 2 teaspoons shortening; 72 pecan halves (about 2 cups)

Servings: persons

1-1/2 cups butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon almond extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
36 caramels
3 tablespoons 2% milk
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans
1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
2 teaspoons shortening
72 pecan halves (about 2 cups)

1
In a large bowl, cream the butter, sugar and extract until light and fluffy. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
2
Divide dough into 12 pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 5-in. circle; cut into six wedges. Place 2 in. apart on greased
3
. Bake at 350u00b0 for 7-9 minutes or until set. Cool for 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
4
In a microwave, melt caramels with milk; stir until smooth. Dip two edges of each cookie into caramel; allow excess to drip off. Dip edges in chopped pecans. Place on waxed paper.
5
Melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Spoon about 1/2 teaspoon onto each cookie; immediately top with a pecan half. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

13570

kcal

Calories

1350

Fat

398

Carbs

179

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 cups butter, softened, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon almond extract, 4 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Turtle Shortbread Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Turtle Shortbread Cookies

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