Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies
Delight in the perfect blend of rich chocolate and chewy caramel with these irresistible caramel chocolate chip cookies, ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Must be softened, not melted.
- 1 cup brown sugar Provides sweetness and moisture.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Adds to the sweetness.
- 2 large eggs Contributes to the cookie's structure.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor.
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Essential for holding the cookies together.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
- 1 cup chocolate chips Provides richness.
- 1 cup caramel bits or chopped caramel candies Main flavor component.
- to taste pinch sea salt for sprinkling Enhances flavor profile.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and caramel bits until evenly distributed.
Baking
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, making sure to space them out.
- Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top of each mound of dough before baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers remain soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
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Notes
For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking. Don't skip the sea salt—it balances the sweetness perfectly.