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Salted Caramel Cookie

Decadent Salted Caramel Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These Salted Caramel Cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and salty, delivering a warm and indulgent treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 1.75 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar consider using brown sugar for added richness
  • 0.5 cups brown sugar dark brown sugar gives a more robust taste
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter for rich flavor; use unsalted to control saltiness
  • 1 large egg room temperature for better mixing
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure fresh for optimum rising
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt adds flavor; use flaky sea salt as topping
Salted Caramel Filling
  • 1 cup salted caramel sauce should be cool and thick
Optional Toppings
  • to taste flaky sea salt for additional flavor contrast
  • to taste chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the caramel by dissolving granulated sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Boil until deep amber, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in cream and salt, then cool until thickened.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture until just combined.
  4. Cover dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment. Scoop dough, flatten, and place a teaspoon of salted caramel in the center. Seal with more dough.
  6. Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft. Cool for 5 minutes on the sheet.
  7. Enjoy the warm cookies, ensuring the molten caramel is intact!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chilling the dough is essential to prevent spreading. Ensure your salted caramel is thick to avoid leakage during baking.

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