Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Salted Caramel Cookies, where sweet meets salty in every bite! These cookies are the perfect blend of rich, gooey caramel and a touch of flaky sea salt, all enveloped in a soft, chewy cookie. Ideal for family gatherings or festive celebrations, this easy-to-follow recipe elevates your baking with simple steps and common pantry ingredients. Each bite delivers an explosion of flavor, making them irresistible whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or packaged as thoughtful gifts. Treat yourself and your loved ones to these delicious salted caramel cookies that are sure to bring joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp sea salt (plus extra for topping)
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk flour and baking soda; gradually mix into the wet ingredients until combined.
- Fold in half of the salted caramel sauce gently into the dough.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets; bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Drizzle remaining caramel sauce on top before serving.
Notes
- Chill dough for 30 minutes if too soft to maintain shape while baking.
- For nut lovers, add chopped pecans or walnuts for an extra crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg