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Salted Caramel Cookie

Irresistibly Soft Salted Caramel Cookie Recipe to Savor

Experience the perfect balance of sweet and salty with these Salted Caramel Cookies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure; no substitutions recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Essential for texture.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Using flaky sea salt enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter Softened, adds richness.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Contributes crisp texture.
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar Adds moisture and flavor.
  • 1 large eggs Should be at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla.
  • 1 cup caramel chips Creates gooey caramel pockets.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Optional for added richness.
  • 1 pinch flaky sea salt A must for sweet-salty contrast.

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowls
  • 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. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time and then mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, then fold in caramel and optional chocolate chips.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared sheets, spaced 2 inches apart.
  7. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top of each cookie dough ball.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; let cool before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra flavor, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.

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