Description

These salted caramel cookies are the perfect treat for anyone who loves a sweet and salty combination. With pockets of gooey caramel in every bite and a delicate sprinkle of sea salt on top, these cookies offer a rich and indulgent experience that's hard to resist.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup caramel chips or chopped caramel candies

Sea salt, for sprinkling

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until incorporated.
Gently fold in the caramel chips or chopped caramel candies.
Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a chocolate-caramel combo, swap half of the caramel chips with chocolate chips.

For an added crunch, mix in chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts.

For a richer taste, use dark chocolate caramel chips or chopped dark chocolate in place of regular caramel chips.

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days at room temperature or freeze for longer storage.

To reheat, warm cookies in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg