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Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies

Irresistibly Soft Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies

These Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies combine gooey caramel with rich chocolate for a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitutable with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda fresh for best results
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensures soft, chewy cookies
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1 cup unsalted butter can replace with plant-based butter
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg can use flaxseed egg for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips can swap with dark or milk chocolate
For the Caramel Center
  • 1 cup caramels choose based on desired gooeyness

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  7. Drop rounded balls of dough onto baking sheets, leaving space between each.
  8. Make a small divot in the center of each ball and place a caramel inside.
  9. Optional: sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top.
  10. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden but centers look slightly underbaked.
  11. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  12. Before serving, sprinkle flaky sea salt on warm cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother dough and better texture. Don't overbake for chewy cookies. Chill dough if warm to maintain shape.

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