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Salted Caramel Cookie

Irresistible Salted Caramel Cookies: Chewy, Sweet & Salty Delight

These Salted Caramel Cookies combine sweet and salty flavors in a chewy, bakery-style treat that’s 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 Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free blend can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for proper leavening.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt for more flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Softened; can use salted butter.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be fully substituted.
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Light or dark based on preference.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Ensure room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for a more intense flavor.
For the Caramel and Mix-ins
  • 1 cup Caramel Chips Kraft caramel bits work well.
  • 0.5 cups Chocolate Chips Optional, can be omitted.
  • to taste Flaky Sea Salt Essential for finishing before baking.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand Mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Pour in vanilla extract and blend until creamy.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in caramel chips and optional chocolate chips using a spatula.
  7. Drop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt over each mound of cookie dough.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers remain soft.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  11. Enjoy warm with cold milk or store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider using browned butter. Experiment with mix-ins like nuts or other chips.

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