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Chocolate Caramel Cookies: An Incredible Ultimate Treat

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Chocolate Caramel Cookies combine rich cocoa, gooey caramel, and melty chocolate chips in a soft, chewy cookie with an optional sprinkle of sea salt for a perfect salty-sweet balance. Easy to make and delicious for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
  • 1 cup caramel bits or soft caramel, cut into small pieces
  • Sea salt for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until creamy.
  3. Mix in eggs and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring until incorporated.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips evenly.
  7. Drop cookie dough by tablespoon onto prepared sheets, spacing well.
  8. Press caramel bits into centers, cover with dough if needed.
  9. Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are firm.
  10. Cool on baking sheets 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
  11. Sprinkle sea salt over warm cookies if desired.

Notes

  • Use white chocolate or butterscotch chips as alternatives.
  • Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for crunch.
  • Swap caramel bits with homemade caramel or fudge pieces.
  • Drizzle melted white or dark chocolate on cooled cookies for decoration.

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