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Salted Caramel Cookies

Deliciously soft and chewy cookies filled with caramel chips and topped with flaky sea salt, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) Ensure butter is soft for easy creaming.
  • 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) Use dark or white chocolate based on preference.
  • ½ tsp flaky sea salt Sprinkle on cookies before baking.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Fold in the caramel chips and optional chocolate chips.
  7. Scoop dough onto the baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt just before baking.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden.
  2. Let cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

Chill the cookie dough for 30 minutes if you prefer thicker cookies. You can substitute half the flour with oat flour for a gluten-free version. Drizzle caramel sauce on top before serving for extra flavor.