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Salted Caramel Cookie

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Salted Caramel Cookie Bliss

Discover the joy of Salted Caramel Cookies, a delightful treat with sweet caramel and a hint of sea salt, perfect for any occasion.
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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: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps cookies rise for that perfect texture.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Use fine sea salt for a smoother finish.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Softened; do not substitute with margarine for best results.
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar Adds crisp texture; using dark brown sugar can enhance moisture.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Opt for dark brown for a deeper taste.
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature helps with proper incorporation into the dough.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 1 cup caramel chips Kraft caramel bits are excellent substitutes.
  • 0.5 cup chocolate chips Optional; feel free to swap for butterscotch or peanut butter chips.
  • to taste flaky sea salt For finishing touch and delightful contrast in flavors.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Salted Caramel Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your 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 in a mixing bowl.
  3. Cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 cup of brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add in 2 large eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition, then mix in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of caramel chips and 1/2 cup of chocolate chips if desired.
  7. Drop generous dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown and centers are set but still soft.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use brown butter for deeper flavor and ensure eggs are at room temperature for best results.

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