Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies

If you love the irresistible combo of sweet, salty, and gooey, these Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies are about to become your new favorite. Soft, chewy, loaded with melty chocolate chips, rich caramel pockets, and topped with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt — every bite delivers that bakery-style indulgence right from your own kitchen.

Perfect for cookie lovers, dessert tables, or satisfying a late-night craving, these cookies combine classic chocolate chip goodness with a caramel twist and that addicting salty finish.

🍪 Why You’ll Love These Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies

• Soft, chewy texture with gooey centers
• Rich caramel bits melt into pockets of sweetness
• Flaky sea salt topping adds the perfect contrast to sweet flavors
• Easy to make at home with simple ingredients
• Perfect for any occasion — bake sales, holidays, or cozy nights in

📝 Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• ¾ cup white sugar
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1½ cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
• 1 cup caramel bits (or 12 soft caramels, chopped)
• Flaky sea salt for topping

⏱️ Time & Yield

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 10–12 minutes per batch
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: About 24 cookies

👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat and Prep

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

2. Cream the Butter and Sugars

• In a large bowl, beat butter, white sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
• Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
• Stir in the vanilla extract.

3. Mix the Dry Ingredients

• In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

4. Fold in the Goodies

• Gently fold in the chocolate chips and caramel bits.
• Be careful not to overmix — just enough to evenly distribute the goodies.

5. Bake the Cookies

• Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
• Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden but centers look slightly soft.

6. Add the Finishing Touch

• Immediately sprinkle the warm cookies with flaky sea salt for that perfect sweet-salty balance.
• Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

🔥 Tips for the Best Cookies

• For extra gooey cookies, slightly underbake and allow them to set on the baking sheet.
• If using chopped soft caramels, ensure pieces are small to melt evenly.
• Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker, bakery-style cookies.
• Use quality chocolate chips for the richest flavor.

🍽️ Perfect Pairings

• Enjoy with a glass of cold milk or a warm coffee
• Serve alongside ice cream for the ultimate dessert
• Stack them up for gift boxes or holiday cookie trays

💬 Final Thoughts

These Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies are everything you love about a classic cookie — soft, chewy, and chocolatey — with a rich caramel twist and that hint of flaky sea salt that keeps you coming back for more. Whether you’re baking for family, friends, or just yourself, this recipe is easy, indulgent, and totally satisfying.

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