Introduction

Double Chocolate Salted Caramel Cookies combine rich cocoa and chocolate chips with sweet caramel bites and a touch of sea salt for the perfect balance of flavors. These cookies are irresistibly chewy and make a delightful treat for any occasion.

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Ingredients

1 cup All-Purpose Flour
1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
2 Eggs
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
3/4 cup Semi-Sweet or Milk Chocolate Chips
3/4 cup Caramel Flavored Chips
Sea Salt flakes for sprinkling

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375ºF and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2: Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
Step 3: In a stand mixer, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 4: Add the eggs and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
Step 5: Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and caramel chips.
Step 6: Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Step 7: Sprinkle the tops with sea salt flakes before baking for 8–10 minutes.
Step 8: Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips & Variations

For extra gooey caramel, add some soft caramel chunks in addition to the caramel chips.
Use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor or mix different types of chocolate chips.
Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and achieve thicker cookies.
If you prefer less salt, reduce the sea salt flakes or omit the sprinkle on top.

Storage

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To keep them soft, place a slice of bread in the container. Reheat gently in the microwave for about 10 seconds if you prefer warm cookies.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?

Yes, but reduce or omit the additional sea salt in the recipe to avoid overly salty cookies.

Can I freeze the cookie dough?

Absolutely. Freeze the dough balls on a baking sheet, then transfer them to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding a minute or two to the baking time.

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Delight in these Double Chocolate Salted Caramel Cookies, a perfect blend of rich cocoa, luscious caramel chips, and a touch of sea salt for that irresistible sweet and salty flavor. Soft, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips, these cookies make a decadent treat for any occasion.

Author: Marco
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 24 cookies 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon sea salt, plus extra for sprinkling

Wet Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Mix-ins

1 cup semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
¾ cup caramel flavored chips

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 375ºF (190ºC) and line two 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 sea salt. Set this mixture aside for later use.
Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a stand mixer, cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. This step incorporates air for a tender cookie texture.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined for a smooth batter.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain cookie tenderness.
Fold in Chocolate and Caramel Chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips and caramel flavored chips into the cookie dough evenly distributing them throughout.
Form Cookie Dough Balls: Drop the dough by tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Add Sea Salt Topping: Sprinkle the tops of each cookie dough ball with sea salt flakes to enhance the salty-sweet flavor profile.
Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. The cookies will firm up as they cool.
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This step prevents breaking and helps them set properly.

Notes

For extra gooey caramel centers, add a few caramel chips on top before baking.
Use parchment paper or silicone baking mats for easy cookie removal and cleanup.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days for best freshness.
Adjust baking time to your preference for softer or crispier cookies.
Chocolate chips can be semi-sweet, milk, or a combination based on flavor preference.

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