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Salted Caramel Cookie

Decadent Salted Caramel Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These Salted Caramel Cookies deliver a delightful sweet and salty experience in every chewy bite.
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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 Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour no substitutions if avoiding gluten; use a gluten-free blend if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure it is fresh for best results.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt use kosher or sea salt for optimal flavor.
  • ¾ cup Unsalted Butter can substitute with room temperature coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar no substitutions recommended for the best result.
  • ¾ cup Brown Sugar light or dark brown sugar can be used interchangeably.
  • 2 large Eggs provides binding and moisture; flax eggs can be a vegan substitute (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water per egg).
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract always opt for pure extract for the best results.
For the Gooey Center
  • 1 cup Caramel Chips Kraft caramel bits are perfect for stability during baking.
  • ½ cup Chocolate Chips choose semi-sweet or dark chocolate based on your preference.
For the Topping
  • to taste Flaky Sea Salt Himalayan salt flakes work well as an alternative.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking Sheets
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in caramel chips and chocolate chips to evenly distribute throughout the dough.
  7. Scoop the dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart, and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown while centers remain soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened and mix eggs one at a time for best results.

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