Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of Salted Caramel Cookies, where sweet meets salty in perfect harmony. These cookies boast a crisp exterior that gives way to a soft and chewy center, infused with gooey caramel and topped with a sprinkle of coarse sea salt. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply looking for a sweet treat to enjoy, these cookies are sure to impress. Their enchanting aroma fills the kitchen as they bake, making it impossible to resist! Quick and simple to prepare, you can easily customize them by adding chocolate chips or nuts for an extra twist. Get ready to elevate your baking game with this decadent recipe!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Coarse sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and fine sea salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the caramel sauce gently until evenly distributed.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets and sprinkle with coarse sea salt before baking for about 10–12 minutes or until golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg