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gluten-free turtle cookies

How to Make 7 Heavenly Turtle Cookies for a Gluten-Free Treat

These gluten-free turtle cookies are a delightful treat, combining chewy caramel, crunchy pecans, and rich chocolate in every bite.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 0.25 cup Brown Sugar Packed
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 large Egg
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Pecan Halves
  • 20 pieces Caramels Unwrapped
  • 1 tablespoon Milk
  • 0.5 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla and egg.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheets. Press a pecan half into the top of each cookie.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  • While cookies are baking, melt caramels with milk in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
  • Remove cookies from oven and immediately press a caramel into the center of each cookie. Let cool completely.
  • Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle melted chocolate over cookies.
  • Let chocolate set before serving.

Notes

Enjoy these delicious gluten-free turtle cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee!