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Salted Caramel Cookie

Irresistible Salted Caramel Cookies That Will Steal Hearts

These Salted Caramel Cookies blend sweet and salty for a delightful treat perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Consider substituting with gluten-free flour if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensures the cookies rise perfectly.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Opt for flaky sea salt to enhance flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Can use margarine for a dairy-free option.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Swap in brown sugar for added moisture if preferred.
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Choose light or dark based on your taste.
  • 1 large Large Eggs Make sure they are at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Feel free to use almond extract for a unique twist.
  • 1 cup Caramel Chips Homemade caramel can be a delightful substitute.
  • 0.5 cups Chocolate Chips Optional; can be left out for a classic cookie.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Kosher salt works as a substitute.
For Serving
  • 1 cups Cold Milk A classic pairing for your cookies.
  • 1 cups Vanilla Ice Cream Perfect for those who love a warm dessert.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the large egg and vanilla extract, beating well until fully blended.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the creamed butter mixture, stirring gently.
  6. Fold in the caramel chips and chocolate chips into the dough.
  7. Scoop the dough onto the lined baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top of each cookie mound before baking.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden and centers are soft.
  10. Cool cookies on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 180IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure your eggs are at room temperature for better mixing. Experiment with mix-ins like nuts or chocolate types for unique variations.

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