Caramel Cookies
Soft, chewy cookies bursting with gooey caramel goodness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature.
- 1 cup brown sugar Lightly packed for best results.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Spoon into your measuring cup and level it off.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure even distribution in the flour.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup caramel bits or chopped soft caramel candy Opt for high-quality caramel.
- Sea salt for sprinkling Optional, for added flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
- Gently fold in the caramel bits until evenly spread throughout the dough.
Baking
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are light golden brown and centers look slightly underbaked.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool fully.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top of each cookie while warm, if desired.
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Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months, separated by parchment paper.