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21May2009

Turtles New Orleans Style

Post Author: Lorin Gaudin

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These are what New Orleanians call “Turtles” - a crumbly light pecan cookie with a blob of fudgy chocolate swirled on top and a sprinkle of some chopped pecans.  Local, beloved and now dearly departed bakery, McKenzie’s, was well-known for these cookies; and the recipe lives on, lovingly re-created in a few select “Tastee Donuts” locations around town.  Interested in making these cookies?  Here’s a recipe

2 Comments

  1. Jenny McCoy

    OMG! Those look awesome! I’m totally going to make them for my Memorial Day barbeque!

  2. jan Lundy

    I can’t find the recipe for this- turtles new orleans style can you help?

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