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Salted Caramel Cookie

Irresistibly Soft Salted Caramel Cookie Recipe to Savor

Indulge in these Salted Caramel Cookies for a melt-in-your-mouth experience, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights.
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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: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt essential for balancing sweetness
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Sweet Touch
  • 1 cup caramel chips or chopped caramels/toffee bits
  • ½ cup chocolate chips optional
  • 1 pinch flaky sea salt for topping

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Salted Caramel Cookie
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually combine the flour mixture with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Fold in the caramel chips and optional chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
  8. Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each dough ball.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown, and centers are soft.
  10. Let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature and avoid overmixing for the best texture.

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