Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies take the classic chocolate chip cookie to a more indulgent level with pockets of soft caramel throughout the cookies and plenty of chocolate in every bite. The buttery dough creates a soft, chewy texture while the caramel adds a rich sweetness that pairs beautifully with semi-sweet chocolate. For more bakery-style cookie favorites, try Double Chocolate Fudge Cookies or Cookies and Cream Cookie.
These cookies bake with lightly golden edges, soft centers, and delicious caramel pockets that become wonderfully gooey as they warm. They are a great choice for holiday cookie trays, weekend baking, or whenever you want a homemade dessert with a little extra richness.
Caramel Choco Chip Cookie Recipe
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Add the granulated sugar and mix until combined. Add the brown sugar and continue beating until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Add the egg and egg yolk one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the mixture is smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and gently fold until a soft cookie dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped caramel pieces until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes before baking.
- After chilling, scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. Press a few extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden while the centers remain soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. The cookies will continue to set as they cool.
Notes
- Keep caramel pieces away from the edges of the dough balls to prevent leaking.
- Use soft caramel candies that melt easily for gooey caramel pockets throughout the cookies.
- Do not overbake the cookies, as the centers will continue setting while they cool.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
These Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies are a wonderful recipe to keep on hand when you want a dessert that feels familiar but has something extra. The dough can be prepared ahead and stored until you’re ready to bake, making it easier to enjoy fresh cookies whenever you need them. You can also experiment with different chocolate varieties or add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for another layer of flavor.
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