Turtle Cookies

Directions

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   1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and cover the baking sheets with parchment paper (if not, the caramel bits will stick to the bottom).
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   2. Spread the pecans on a microwave-safe plate and microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring with your fingers in between, for 2-3 minutes total, until fragrant and toasted. Chop the nuts.
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   3. In a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter, sugars, salt, vanilla, and vinegar for about 5 minutes, until light and fluffy.
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   4. Add the eggs and baking soda, and beat until combined.
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   5. Add the flour, mixing until just combined.
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   6. Stir in the chocolate chips, pecans, and caramel bits, until evenly mixed.
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   7. Portion the dough in balls onto the baking sheets, leaving 1 inch between the cookies.
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   8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are just starting to get golden brown around the edges.
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   9. Remove the sheets from the oven and let the cookies sit for 5 minutes.
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    10. Remove the cookies to a cooling rack.
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    11. Consume with groans of pleasure!