Description
Salted caramel dark chocolate cookies are a decadent treat that perfectly balances rich dark chocolate and gooey salted caramel. These soft, chewy cookies come together easily, making them an ideal choice for any occasion—from cozy nights at home to festive gatherings. Each bite envelops your taste buds in a delightful mix of sweetness and depth, sure to impress your friends and family. Enjoy these cookies warm with a drizzle of caramel on top for an unforgettable dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (semi-sweet or bittersweet)
- ½ cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips gently.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Allow to cool slightly before drizzling with salted caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg