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Salted Caramel Cookie

Irresistible Salted Caramel Cookies To Elevate Your Baking Game

These Salted Caramel Cookies combine sweet and salty flavors for an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda No substitutes recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened; can use vegan butter.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can replace for richness.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Increase for a richer caramel flavor.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Room temperature for mixing.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for best results.
For the Sweet Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Caramel Chips Can substitute with chocolate chips.
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Optional; omit for classic flavor.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Can use coarse sea salt.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups
  • electric mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Salted Caramel Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Fold in caramel chips and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each dough ball.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden and centers are soft.
  10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For deeper flavor, try browning the butter before using. Chill the dough for 30 minutes to maintain shape and enhance flavors.

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