Double Chocolate Salted Caramel Cookies Recipe
Introduction
These Double Chocolate Salted Caramel Cookies offer a perfect balance of rich cocoa, sweet caramel, and a touch of sea salt. Soft in the center with slightly crisp edges, they make an irresistible treat for chocolate lovers. Easy to bake and wonderfully decadent, they’re sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 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, packed
- 2 large 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 (190ºC) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sea salt until fully combined. Set aside.
- Step 3: Using a mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on medium speed for 3–4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Step 4: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then beat in the vanilla extract until smooth.
- Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture on low speed, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Step 6: Fold in the chocolate chips and caramel chips evenly using a spatula.
- Step 7: Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Step 8: Lightly sprinkle sea salt flakes on top of each cookie dough mound.
- Step 9: Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, until edges are set and slightly crisp but centers remain soft.
- Step 10: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips & Variations
- For chewier cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips for the best flavor.
- Sea salt flakes add a nice contrast but can be left out if you prefer less salt.
- Try replacing caramel chips with toffee bits for a crunchy twist.
Storage
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. They can also be frozen either before or after baking. To reheat, warm them briefly in a low oven to restore softness and enhance the flavors.
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 an overly salty flavor.
Can I substitute caramel chips with something else?
Absolutely. Toffee bits, butterscotch chips, or chopped caramel candy can be used as alternatives for a similar sweet, buttery flavor.
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Double Chocolate Salted Caramel Cookies Recipe
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Indulge in the rich decadence of Double Chocolate Salted Caramel Cookies, combining deep cocoa flavor with melty chocolate and gooey caramel chips. These soft, chewy cookies are perfectly balanced with a sprinkle of sea salt, creating a delightful sweet and salty treat ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup caramel flavored chips
- Sea salt flakes, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Set 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 until fully combined. Set this mixture aside to incorporate into wet ingredients later.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on medium speed until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next, followed by the vanilla extract. Mix until the batter is smooth and uniform.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Fold in Chocolate and Caramel Chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips and caramel flavored chips using a spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Portion Dough on Baking Sheets: Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
- Sprinkle Sea Salt and Bake: Lightly sprinkle the tops of the cookie dough mounds with sea salt flakes, then bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are set and slightly crisp but the centers remain soft.
- Cool Cookies: Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set and develop the perfect texture.
Notes
- For chewier cookies, consider chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Use good quality cocoa powder and chocolate chips for the richest flavor.
- Sea salt flakes add a nice contrast but can be omitted if you prefer less salt.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- These cookies can also be frozen before or after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 to 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: double chocolate cookies, salted caramel cookies, chocolate caramel cookies, chewy chocolate cookies, chocolate chip cookies, easy cookie recipe
