Pecan Turtle Delight Cookies
These adorable Pecan Turtle Delight Cookies are a whimsical and delicious dessert option inspired by a classic Taste of Home magazine recipe. With their delightful pecan legs and a rich chocolate glaze, these cookies look just like tiny turtles and will surely impress kids and adults alike. The blend of buttery dough with a hint of maple flavor, topped with chopped pecans, makes these treats irresistible. Perfect for holiday gatherings, special occasions, or an afternoon baking adventure, these cookies combine simplicity with creativity for a delightful baking experience.
24
Servings
104 kcal
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
1/2 cup (softened)
Brown sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
Egg
1 (none)
Vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Maple flavoring
1/8 teaspoon (optional)
All-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (none)
Baking soda
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Pecan halves
1 cup (cut in half lengthwise)
Semisweet chocolate
1 ounce (coarsely chopped)
Butter
1 1/2 teaspoons (none)
Milk
2 tablespoons (none)
Confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup (none)
Chopped pecans
1/2 cup (none)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and packed brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
2
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and maple flavoring, and beat until well combined.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition.
5
Refrigerate the dough for 2-3 hours or until it is firm enough to handle easily.
6
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease two baking sheets.
7
Shape the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
8
Insert four pecan halves into each dough ball as legs, and use smaller pecan pieces to create a head and tail.
9
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set, then carefully transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
10
For the glaze: In a small saucepan, melt the coarsely chopped semisweet chocolate and butter with the milk over low heat. Stir until smooth.
11
Remove from heat and whisk in the confectioners' sugar until the glaze is glossy.
12
Dip the top of each cooled cookie into the chocolate glaze and place back on the wire racks.
13
Sprinkle the glazed cookies with chopped pecans for added crunch and decoration.
14
Allow the glaze to set before serving. Enjoy your delightful pecan turtle cookies!
Nutrition Information
6 g
Fat
11 g
Carbs
1 g
Protein
0.4 g
Fiber
8 g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Pecan Turtle Delight Cookies?
They are whimsical and delicious desserts inspired by a classic Taste of Home recipe, featuring pecan legs and a rich chocolate glaze to look like tiny turtles.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 24 servings.
How many calories are in one Pecan Turtle Delight Cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 104 kcal.
How long should the dough be refrigerated?
The dough should be refrigerated for 2-3 hours or until it is firm enough to handle easily.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How do you create the turtle's legs?
Insert four pecan halves into each dough ball to act as the legs.
How do you make the head and tail of the turtle?
Use smaller pecan pieces to create a head and tail on each dough ball.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set.
What ingredients are in the chocolate glaze?
The glaze consists of semisweet chocolate, butter, milk, and confectioners' sugar.
How is the chocolate glaze prepared?
Melt chopped chocolate and butter with milk over low heat until smooth, then whisk in the confectioners' sugar.
Is the maple flavoring mandatory?
No, the maple flavoring is listed as an optional ingredient.
How much butter is used in the cookie dough?
The dough requires 1/2 cup of softened butter.
What type of sugar is used for the cookie base?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar.
How much flour is needed for this recipe?
You will need 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.
How should the pecans be prepared for the legs?
The 1 cup of pecan halves should be cut in half lengthwise.
What size should the dough balls be?
The chilled dough should be shaped into 1-inch balls.
How do you apply the glaze to the cookies?
Dip the top of each cooled cookie into the chocolate glaze and place them back on wire racks.
What is the final decorative touch for the cookies?
Sprinkle the glazed cookies with chopped pecans for added crunch and decoration.
How much fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains 6 grams of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content per cookie?
Each cookie has 11 grams of carbohydrates.
How much sugar is in one cookie?
There are 8 grams of sugar per serving.
What is the protein content of these cookies?
Each cookie provides 1 gram of protein.
Do these cookies contain fiber?
Yes, they contain 0.4 grams of fiber per serving.
What kind of chocolate is used for the glaze?
One ounce of coarsely chopped semisweet chocolate is used.
How much milk is used in the glaze?
The glaze requires 2 tablespoons of milk.
What are the leavening agents in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized as a Dessert.
How many total ingredients are used in this recipe?
The recipe has an ingredient count of 14.
How should the baking sheets be prepared?
Lightly grease two baking sheets before placing the dough balls.
When should you serve the cookies?
Allow the chocolate glaze to set completely before serving the cookies.