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Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies

Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Delight in these Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies with crispy edges and gooey centers, perfect for snacking or gifting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Sift for a smooth consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavens the cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup softened unsalted butter Room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the dough.
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar Contributes chewiness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Infuses aromatic sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs
For the Filling
  • 1 cup caramel bites Warm slightly for incorporation.
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream Binds caramel bites.
For the Chocolate
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips Adds gooey chocolate pockets.
  • 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate baking bars Chop for varied texture.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt Sprinkle at the end.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 370°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until combined.
  6. Fold in milk chocolate chips.
  7. Scoop dough onto baking sheets spaced 2 inches apart and bake for about 10 minutes.
  8. Create wells in the cookies with a wooden spoon handle and let cool for 5 minutes.
  9. Melt caramel bites with heavy cream in the microwave, then spoon into wells of cookies.
  10. Melt semi-sweet chocolate, drizzle over cookies, and sprinkle with sea salt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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