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A plate of chocolate caramel Rolo cookies topped with chopped pecans sits invitingly. Some cookies are plain. Beside the plate, a wooden bowl holds an array of assorted foil-wrapped chocolates, with a few unwrapped sweets scattered across the table.
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Simple Rolo Cookie Recipe

This rolo cookie recipe combines the best of both worlds – a chewy chocolate cookie wrapped around a gooey caramel center. It’s impossible to eat just one of these warm, melty treats!
Prep Time40 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings: 2 ½ dozen
Author: Melissa Griffiths

Ingredients 

  • 2 ½ cups all purpose flour
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • Rolo® Chewy Caramels in Milk Chocolate unwrapped
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, cocoa, and baking soda; mix well.
  • In a large bowl, combine 1 cup sugar, brown sugar, and butter; beat until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and eggs; beat well. Add flour mixture; blend well. Stir in ½ cup pecans if using.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes for easier handling.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or a Silpat.
  • Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough and roll into a ball with floured hands. I like to use a #40 scoop and make a round ball. Then set the Rolo on top of the dough and push the dough up around the Rolo to cover it.
  • In a small bowl, combine the remaining ½ cup pecans and 1 tablespoon sugar. Press one side of each ball into pecan mixture. Place, nut side up, 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake at 375°F for 7 to 10 minutes or until set and slightly cracked. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheets. Cool on wire rack for 15 minutes or until completely cooled.

Notes

  • Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the cookies from sticking and makes cleanup easier. It also ensures even baking.
  • Add a sprinkle of sea salt, a drizzle of chocolate, or mix in nuts for your own unique twist. The recipe is versatile and easy to personalize!
  • For evenly sized cookies, use a cookie scoop to portion the dough. This ensures consistent baking and a professional look.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This helps them set without falling apart.