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Salted Caramel Cookies

  • Author: Ava
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Salted caramel cookies are a heavenly treat that perfectly fuses sweet and salty flavors in every chewy bite. With rich caramel and a sprinkle of sea salt, these cookies will delight your taste buds and leave you craving more! Perfect for any occasion, they are easy to make and sure to create lasting memories with friends and family.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • Flaky sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions

  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.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips and caramel sauce.
  6. Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
  7. Transfer cookies to plates and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 21g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts or dried fruit. You can also enhance flavor variations by adding a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder.