Description

Indulge in the delightful experience of The Best Chewy Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies. These cookies feature a perfect balance of rich dark chocolate and sweet salted caramel, creating a chewy texture that will leave you craving more. Ideal for any occasion—from casual family gatherings to festive celebrations—these cookies are sure to impress your guests. With minimal cleanup and no need for dough resting, you can whip up a batch quickly and enjoy them warm from the oven or as part of a dessert spread. Customize with your favorite nuts or chocolate varieties to make them uniquely yours!

Ingredients

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1 batch 5-Minute Hard Caramel
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
16 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 ½ tablespoons real vanilla extract
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon sea salt
3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups dark chocolate (chopped or chips)
Sea salt flakes (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the hard caramel using your preferred method; set aside once cooled.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, and room temperature butter until creamy.
Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
In another bowl, whisk together baking powder, baking soda, sea salt, and flour; gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
Fold in dark chocolate and caramel pieces.
Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
Bake for approximately 12 minutes until edges are golden; centers may look slightly underbaked.
Sprinkle sea salt flakes on top if desired; cool on wire racks.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 210
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg