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Salted Caramel Cookie Recipe

Salted Caramel Cookie Recipe

Evelyn
Soft chewy salted caramel cookie recipe with ribbons of caramel and flaky sea salt. Perfect easy baking treat!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup thick caramel sauce plus extra for drizzling
  • Flaky sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions
 

  • Beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter, 1 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  • Add 2 eggs one at a time, then 2 tsp vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  • Stir in 2 2/3 cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt until just combined.
  • Swirl in 1/2 cup caramel sauce. Chill dough 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Scoop tablespoon balls onto lined sheets. Bake 9-11 minutes until edges golden.
  • Drizzle with extra caramel and sprinkle flaky sea salt. Cool on racks.

Notes

  • Chill dough for best shape.
  • Underbake for chewiness.
  • Store airtight up to 5 days.
Keyword Salted Caramel Cookie Recipe