Description
Delight in the perfect blend of sweet and salty with these Salted Caramel Cookies. Soft, chewy cookies loaded with rich caramel chips and a hint of chocolate, finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for an irresistible treat. Perfect for sharing or enjoying with a cup of coffee.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup caramel chips
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
- ½ tsp flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning agents.
- 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, creating a smooth base for the dough.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to fully incorporate them, followed by the vanilla extract to add flavor depth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough which can make cookies tough.
- Fold in Chips: Gently fold in the caramel chips and optional chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough without breaking.
- Portion Dough: Scoop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Add Sea Salt: Sprinkle each dough ball with flaky sea salt to enhance the salted caramel flavor profile.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown, then remove from oven and allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- You can substitute caramel chips with chopped soft caramel candies if chips are unavailable.
- For softer cookies, slightly underbake and let them set on the baking sheet as they cool.
- Optional chocolate chips add an extra layer of rich flavor but can be omitted to focus on the caramel taste.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better incorporation and texture.
