Description
These Genius Salted Caramel Cookies combine sweet and salty flavors with gooey caramel and chocolate for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups chocolate chunks
- 16 soft caramels, chopped
- Flaky sea salt, for topping
Instructions
- Start by taking a large mixing bowl and adding the room temperature unsalted butter along with both the brown and granulated sugars. Use an electric mixer or a wooden spoon to cream them together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes and is crucial for achieving that soft texture in your cookies.
- Next, it’s time to add the eggs. Crack in one egg at a time, making sure to mix thoroughly between each addition to integrate them well. Following the eggs, stir in the vanilla extract, which will add a beautiful depth of flavor to your dough.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. This ensures that all of the dry ingredients are evenly distributed. After that, gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until everything is just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Now comes the fun part—folding in the chocolate chunks and chopped caramels! Use a spatula to gently ensure the chocolate and caramel pieces are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Chilling the dough is vital as it helps the flavors develop and leads to a more chewy texture once baked.
- Once chilled, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper to prepare for your cookie dough. This will allow for easy removal and ensure that your cookies will bake evenly.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out approximately 2 tablespoons of dough and place them on the prepared sheets, ensuring to leave enough space between them to expand. Then, take the remaining caramel pieces and gently press them into the tops of each ball of dough to create those gooey pockets of sweetness.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 10–12 minutes. You want the edges to turn golden brown while ensuring that the centers remain soft. This is key to achieving that perfect chewy cookie.
- As soon as you take the cookies out of the oven, sprinkle them immediately with flaky sea salt. This step is essential for enhancing the sweetness of the caramel while adding that necessary salty contrast.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack for complete cooling. This will help them firm up and make them easier to handle.
Notes
Ensure your butter is at room temperature for easier creaming. Chilling the dough helps to achieve the perfect texture, so don’t skip this step!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Protein: 2 g