Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
This Salted Caramel Cookie recipe combines the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and rich flavors with gooey caramel chips and optional chocolate chips. Crispy edges meet soft, chewy centers for a delightful treat that’s simple to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup caramel chips
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
- ½ teaspoon flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt thoroughly. Set this mixture aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a mixer, cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined, which enhances texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to ensure they incorporate smoothly. Then add the vanilla extract to boost the flavors.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined to avoid overworking the dough and keep cookies tender.
- Fold in Add-ins: Gently fold in the caramel chips and optional chocolate chips, distributing them evenly within the dough.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the lined baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Sprinkle Sea Salt: Lightly sprinkle flaky sea salt over each cookie dough mound before baking to create a delightful sweet-salty contrast.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers appear set but still soft.
- Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they maintain the perfect texture.
Notes
- Nutrition information is approximate and can vary depending on brands and serving size.
- For softer cookies, slightly underbake and allow to cool on the baking sheet.
- Use room temperature eggs to help create a smooth dough.
- Flaky sea salt on top enhances the caramel flavor but can be adjusted to taste.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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