Double Chocolate Salted Caramel Cookies Recipe
Indulge in these Double Chocolate Salted Caramel Cookies that combine rich cocoa, luscious chocolate chips, and sweet caramel morsels, all crowned with a sprinkle of sea salt for the perfect balance of sweet and salty. Soft-centered and delightfully chewy, these cookies make a decadent American dessert that’s simple to prepare and irresistibly delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup Light Brown Sugar (lightly packed)
- 2 Large Eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract
Add-ins & Toppings
- 1 1/2 cups Semi-Sweet or Milk Chocolate Chips
- 1 cup Caramel Flavored Chips
- Sea Salt Flakes (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a mixer, beat the room-temperature unsalted butter with the granulated and light brown sugars until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition to fully combine.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Fold in Chocolate and Caramel Chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips and caramel flavored chips to evenly distribute them throughout the dough.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop cookie dough onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them apart to allow for spreading during baking. Sprinkle the tops generously with sea salt flakes to enhance flavor contrast.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cookies are set around the edges but remain soft and slightly underbaked in the center for a chewy texture.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely. Optionally, drizzle with extra caramel sauce before serving for added decadence.
Notes
- Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for better mixing and texture.
- Do not overbake to keep cookies soft and chewy.
- Sea salt flakes on top enhance the caramel and chocolate flavors.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For an extra gooey touch, add a drizzle of caramel sauce after cooling.
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