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Salted Caramel Cookie

Irresistible Salted Caramel Cookie Recipe for Sweet Cravings

A delightful Salted Caramel Cookie recipe that combines gooey caramel with a chewy, buttery texture, perfect for cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt is recommended.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Must be softened.
  • 0.75 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar is an alternative.
  • 0.75 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark can be used.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure extract.
  • 1 cup Caramel Chips Kraft caramel bits preferred.
  • 0.5 cup Chocolate Chips Optional; can use butterscotch chips.
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Maldon salt is a good choice.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  3. Cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time and then mix in the vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Fold in caramel chips and chocolate chips using a spatula.
  7. Scoop dough onto baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Sprinkle the tops with flaky sea salt before baking.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  10. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use high-quality ingredients and ensure eggs are at room temperature. Consider chilling dough for better texture.

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