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Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These salted caramel chocolate chip cookies combine gooey caramel pockets with classic chocolate chips, finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for the perfect sweet and salty treat. They are quick to make, with a chewy yet crisp texture that delights every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (270 g) semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
  • 1 cup (150 g) soft caramel bits
  • Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with packed brown sugar and granulated sugar until fluffy and light in color, about 3-4 minutes with an electric mixer.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract, mixing well between additions.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and soft caramel bits, being careful not to break the caramel pieces too much.
  6. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop generous mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden but the centers still look slightly soft.
  8. Immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt on top of the cookies as soon as they come out of the oven.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to maintain gooey caramel pockets and prevent spreading. Use flaky sea salt for best flavor contrast. Avoid overbaking to keep centers soft. For humid climates, add 1 tablespoon cornstarch to flour to reduce spreading. Soft caramel bits can be substituted with chopped soft caramel candies. Vegan and gluten-free adaptations are possible.

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