Description
Indulge in the delightful softness of caramel snickerdoodles, where classic flavors meet a gooey surprise. These cookies feature chewy edges and a luscious caramel center that will leave everyone wanting more. Perfect for birthdays, gatherings, or simply as an afternoon treat, these cookies are as easy to make as they are delicious. With warm cinnamon spices and rich caramel notes, each bite offers a unique blend of textures and tastes. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or paired with a scoop of ice cream, these soft caramel snickerdoodles are destined to become your new favorite dessert.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 12 soft caramels, cut in half
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients until combined; chill dough for at least 1 hour.
- Scoop dough, insert half a caramel in the center, roll into balls, and coat in cinnamon-sugar mixture before placing on baking sheets.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes or until edges are lightly browned but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (32g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg