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Turtle Thumbprint Macaroons Recipe

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  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cookies 1x

Description

These delightful Turtle Thumbprint Macaroons combine the chewy texture of coconut macaroons with the rich flavors of caramel, pecans, and melty Rolo candies. This easy recipe transforms simple coconut cookies into elegant treats with a gooey caramel center and a nutty crunch, perfect for dessert tables or gifting.

Ingredients

Scale

Macaroons

  • 1 package coconut macaroon cookie dough (e.g., Immaculate Baking brand) or 1 batch homemade dough

Toppings

  • 12 Rolo candies
  • 12 whole pecans
  • Caramel sauce, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Bake Macaroons Early: Preheat your oven and bake the macaroon cookies following the package instructions or your homemade recipe. Remove them from the oven 1-2 minutes before the recommended baking time to keep them slightly underbaked.
  2. Add Rolo and Pecan: Place one Rolo candy and one whole pecan on top of each slightly underbaked macaroon. Gently press them down slightly to embed them into the cookie.
  3. Finish Baking: Return the cookies to the oven and bake for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the Rolo candies to melt slightly and the pecans to stick firmly.
  4. Press Pecans Further: Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately press the pecans down further into each cookie to ensure they are securely attached. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. Drizzle with Caramel: Once the cookies have cooled, drizzle a small amount of caramel sauce over the top of each cookie to add an extra layer of sweetness and gooey texture.

Notes

  • Remove the cookies from the oven early before adding toppings to prevent overbaking and ensure a chewy texture.
  • Press the pecans into the cookies both before and after baking to keep them firmly in place.
  • Use a wire rack for cooling to prevent moisture buildup and keep cookies crisp.
  • Drizzle caramel after cookies are cooled to avoid melting and running.
  • You can substitute Rolo candies with any similar chocolate caramel candies if preferred.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Turtle Thumbprint Macaroons, coconut macaroons, Rolo candy, pecan cookies, caramel macaroons, easy holiday desserts, thumbprint cookies

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