Dark Chocolate Caramel Cookies

When it comes to comfort food, few treats can rival the simple pleasure of a freshly baked cookie. The aroma wafting through the kitchen, the first bite yielding to a soft, chewy interior, and the sweet symphony of flavors dancing on the palate—all combine to create an irresistible experience. Among the vast array of cookie varieties, dark chocolate caramel cookies stand out as a truly decadent choice. This recipe invites you to explore the enchanting combination of rich, dark chocolate paired with the luscious sweetness of caramel, creating a cookie that is not just delicious but a delightful indulgence.

Indulge in the ultimate comfort with these decadent dark chocolate caramel cookies. Picture a crisp exterior that gives way to a gooey, molten caramel center, all enveloped in rich dark chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies combine bold flavors and delightful textures—each bite is a sweet adventure. Follow the easy steps to create this irresistible treat that elevates baking to an art. Embrace the joy of creating sweet memories with these luxurious cookies!

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Ingredients

1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour

1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp sea salt

1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar, packed

1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

1 cup (180g) dark chocolate chips (70% cocoa or higher)

1/2 cup (120ml) soft caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling on top

Instructions

Prepare the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and sea salt. Set aside.

Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.

Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the cookie dough for about 30 minutes to help it firm up. This step is optional but helps the cookies maintain their shape.

Scoop the Dough: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.

Create a Caramel Well: Using your thumb or the back of a teaspoon, make a small indentation in the center of each cookie dough mound.

Fill with Caramel: Spoon a small amount of the soft caramel sauce into the indentation you created in each cookie. Be careful not to overfill.

Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.

Sprinkle with Flaky Salt: Once out of the oven, immediately sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each cookie.

Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, enjoy the gooey chocolate caramel goodness! Perfect with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 20 minutes | 40 minutes | 12 cookies