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Delicious Sea Salt Caramel Cookies with a sprinkle of sea salt

Sea Salt Caramel Cookies

Deliciously chewy Sea Salt Caramel Cookies combined with chocolate chips and topped with flaky sea salt for an irresistible treat.
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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
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's soft but not melted.
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with a gluten-free blend.
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Mix-ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Use high-quality semi-sweet or dark chocolate.
  • 1 cup chopped pecans Can be substituted or left out.
  • Flaky sea salt, for topping Essential for flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In another bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
  7. Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each cookie before baking.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes in the preheated oven.
  9. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  10. Enjoy!

Notes

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for about 5–7 days. They freeze well for up to 3 months.