Turtle Cookies
INGREDIENTS
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Cookie:
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1 c. all-purpose flour
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1/3 c. cocoa powder
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1/4 tsp. salt
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8 T. (1 stick) butter, softened
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2/3 c. sugar
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1 large egg, separated, plus 1 additional egg white
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2 T. milk
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1 tsp. vanilla extract
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1 1/4 c. pecans, finely chopped
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Caramel Filling:
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14 soft caramel candies (I used Kraft)
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3 T. heavy cream
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Chocolate Drizzle (optional):
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2 oz. semi-sweet chocolate (I used 2 squares of Baker's semi-sweet chocolate)
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1 tsp. shortening
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