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Salted Caramel Cookies Recipe

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Delight in the rich and indulgent taste of Salted Caramel Cookies, featuring a perfect balance of sweet caramel chips, optional chocolate chips, and a hint of flaky sea salt that creates a delicious sweet-salty contrast. These cookies are soft, chewy, and golden-baked, perfect for any cookie lover looking for a decadent treat.

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 and Topping

  • 1 cup caramel chips
  • ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
  • ½ tsp flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Dry Mix: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This will provide structure and help the cookies rise evenly.
  3. Creaming: In a large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined.
  4. Wet Mix: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the overall flavor.
  5. Combine: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough which can make the cookies tough.
  6. Mix-ins: Fold in the caramel chips and chocolate chips (if using), distributing them evenly throughout the dough for gooey caramel pockets and optional chocolate richness.
  7. Shaping: Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  8. Topping: Sprinkle the tops of the cookie dough balls with flaky sea salt to add a delightful sweet-salty contrast.
  9. Baking: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the centers look set but soft.
  10. Cooling: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes to firm up slightly, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs to ensure even mixing and proper texture.
  • Do not overmix the dough after adding flour to keep cookies tender.
  • Caramel chips provide the signature gooey caramel pockets; chocolate chips are optional for added richness.
  • Flaky sea salt on top elevates the flavor by balancing sweetness with a slight crunch and saltiness.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Keywords: Salted caramel cookies, caramel chip cookies, soft cookies, chocolate chip cookies, sweet and salty cookies, homemade cookies

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