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Salted Caramel Cookie

Salted Caramel Cookie Bliss: Chewy, Gooey Perfection

Delight in these Salted Caramel Cookies that combine rich caramel flavor with a deliciously chewy texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be substituted if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps cookies rise for a lighter texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness of the caramel.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened; can substitute with plant-based butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Adds crisp texture.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Contributes moisture and flavor.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Use room temperature for better mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla is recommended for the best results.
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup Caramel Chips Kraft caramel bits work wonderfully.
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Optional addition for extra richness.
For the Topping
  • Flaky Sea Salt A sprinkle on top before baking.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter, 3/4 cup of granulated sugar, and 3/4 cup of brown sugar for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until well blended.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of caramel chips and 1/2 cup of chocolate chips gently.
  7. Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Sprinkle each cookie mound with flaky sea salt.
  9. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
  10. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, brown the butter before mixing and consider chilling the dough for 30 minutes.

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