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Salted Caramel Chocolate Cookies Recipe

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Delight in the rich, indulgent flavors of Salted Caramel Chocolate Cookies. These soft, chewy cookies feature a perfect blend of cocoa and chocolate chips, enhanced by gooey salted caramel centers and a sprinkle of sea salt flakes for a sophisticated sweet and salty treat.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Sugars

  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Additions

  • 1 cup chocolate chips (milk, dark, or a mix)
  • Chilled salted caramel sauce or caramel-filled candies (like Rolos) for optional centers
  • Sea salt flakes for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the cookies.
  2. Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes, to incorporate air for softness.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to fully incorporate, then stir in the vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to distribute all dry ingredients evenly.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet butter mixture, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  6. Fold in Additions: Gently fold in the chocolate chips and 1/2 cup of chilled salted caramel sauce until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Optional Step – Add the Caramel Center: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and flatten it slightly in your hand. Place 1 teaspoon of chilled caramel sauce or a caramel candy like a Rolo in the center. Wrap the dough completely around the caramel, rolling it into a ball, and repeat for all cookies to create a gooey caramel center.
  8. Scoop and Bake: Use a cookie scoop to place dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the centers remain soft and chewy.
  9. Cool and Top: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack. While still slightly warm, drizzle with extra salted caramel sauce and sprinkle with sea salt flakes to enhance the flavor.
  10. Serve and Enjoy: Break one cookie open to admire the gooey caramel center and enjoy the perfect balance of chocolate and salted caramel in every bite!

Notes

  • For best results, chill the caramel sauce before folding into the dough to prevent it from melting prematurely during mixing.
  • You can substitute caramel-filled candies like Rolos for an easy caramel center option.
  • Ensure not to overbake to keep cookies soft and gooey in the center.
  • Sea salt flakes can be adjusted according to taste preferences for saltiness.
  • Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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