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Salted Caramel Cookie

Sweet and Chewy Salted Caramel Cookie Bliss

Experience the joy of Salted Caramel Cookies, a delightful treat combining gooey caramel and flaky sea salt.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Essential for rise.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter High-fat butter for best results.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar Coconut sugar can be used for depth.
  • ¾ cup brown sugar Light brown works if dark is unavailable.
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature for better mixing.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla.
  • 1 cup caramel chips Kraft caramel bits recommended.
  • ½ cup chocolate chips Optional mix-in for richness.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring Cups
  • electric mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Salted Caramel Cookie
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  3. Cream together unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  6. Fold in the caramel chips and chocolate chips gently with a spatula.
  7. Scoop the dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Sprinkle a small pinch of flaky sea salt on each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1.5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For a firmer texture, refrigerate cookies for up to 3 days or freeze for long-term storage.

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