Salted Caramel Cookies
Delightfully chewy cookies infused with rich caramel and a hint of sea salt, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use high-quality butter for the best flavor; brands like Kerrygold are fantastic choices.
- 3/4 cup brown sugar Light or dark, this sugar adds moisture and depth of flavor.
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar For that signature sweetness and slight crispiness.
- 1 piece egg Room temperature is best—this helps bind the ingredients together evenly.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Pure vanilla extract is highly recommended.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Use a spoon to aerate it before measuring for accurate results.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda This will provide lift and softness.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances all the flavor; just a touch!
- 1 cup caramel bits These melt perfectly, bringing gooey goodness to each bite.
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt for topping For that final sprinkle of magic.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until it’s light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
- Gently fold in the caramel bits, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Drop tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, ensuring they are spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Before baking, sprinkle a little sea salt on top of each cookie.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until you see golden edges forming. The centers may look slightly underbaked.
- Let them sit on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can also refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking for deeper flavor.