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Irresistible Easy Salted Caramel Cookies

Irresistible Easy Salted Caramel Cookies

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Indulge in the bliss of Irresistible Easy Salted Caramel Cookies, where chewy cookie goodness meets rich sweetness. These delightful treats are quick to make and perfect for satisfying those sweet cravings, whether for a family gathering or a cozy night in. Each cookie is drizzled with warm caramel and sprinkled with flaky sea salt, creating an irresistible flavor combination that beckons you for seconds. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, these cookies are accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Get ready to enjoy a warm batch of these decadent delights that will surely become a favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt, plus extra for topping
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • â…“ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus extra for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the caramel sauce by melting ¼ cup unsalted butter and whisking in ⅓ cup light brown sugar until it dissolves and bubbles. Slowly add ½ cup heavy cream and whisk for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Stir in ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt.
  3. Cream softened butter with ¾ cup packed light brown sugar and ¼ cup granulated sugar until fluffy. Add 1 large room temperature egg and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  4. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined. Drizzle in the warm caramel sauce and fold in gently.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto the prepared sheet and bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden.
  7. Sprinkle warm cookies with flaky sea salt before cooling on a wire rack.

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