Description
These Salted Caramel Chocolate Cookies are fudgy, gooey, and layered with decadent chocolate and luscious caramel. A sprinkle of flaky sea salt balances the sweetness for an irresistible sweet-and-salty treat!
Ingredients
For the cookies:
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup brown sugar
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½ cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2¼ cups all-purpose flour
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½ cup cocoa powder
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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16 soft caramel candies (or caramel squares), halved
For topping:
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Flaky sea salt (like Maldon)
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3️⃣ Add wet ingredients: Mix in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
4️⃣ Combine dry ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture.
5️⃣ Add chocolate chips: Fold in the chocolate chips.
6️⃣ Shape cookies: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough. Flatten slightly, press a piece of caramel into the center, then wrap the dough around it to seal.
7️⃣ Bake: Place cookies 2 inches apart on baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are set but centers are still soft.
8️⃣ Add sea salt: While warm, sprinkle cookies lightly with flaky sea salt. Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
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Use soft caramels like Kraft or Werther’s for the best melt.
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Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it’s too soft to handle.
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Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days—or freeze for a treat anytime!
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 42 min includes chill time