Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the delightful experience of Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies, a treat that perfectly balances sweet and salty flavors. These cookies feature a soft and chewy interior filled with gooey caramel and rich chocolate chips, all encased in a lightly crisp edge. Ideal for any occasion, whether you are hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night at home, these cookies will undoubtedly impress. Best of all, they can be made quickly in just one bowl! Enjoy the warm, mouthwatering goodness straight from the oven, or save some for later; they freeze beautifully for future cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 14.5 tbsp salted butter, melted & cooled (206 grams)
- 3/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed (163 grams)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (156 grams)
- 1 and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (390 grams)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 35 pieces fruit juice soft caramels, chopped
Instructions
- Unwrap caramels, set aside 15 whole ones for stuffing, and chop the rest into smaller pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, melt the butter and whisk in both sugars until combined.
- Add vanilla extract and eggs; whisk until smooth.
- Stir in dry ingredients until dough forms; mix in chocolate chips last.
- Chill dough for 20 minutes before scooping into balls.
- Form balls (about 90 grams each), flatten slightly, place a whole caramel inside, and wrap dough around it.
- Press chopped caramel pieces and extra chocolate chips on top of each ball.
- Preheat oven to 365°F (185°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Bake cookies for about 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers look underdone.
- Let cool slightly on pans before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg