Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies
Golden, gooey, and slightly salty—these cookies taste like something straight from grandma’s oven. The brown sugar warmth, melty chocolate pools, and buttery caramel bits create a chewy center with crisp bakery-style edges. One bite, and you're wrapped in a cozy kitchen hug.
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
- Perfect balance of sweet & salty
- Soft centers with golden, crispy edges
- Simple ingredients — elevated with caramel bits & sea salt
- Tastes like your favorite bakery, made at home
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter – softened
- ¾ cup brown sugar (packed)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- 1 ¼ cups semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup caramel bits or chopped soft caramels
- Flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugars until fluffy. Add egg, yolk, and vanilla.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients.
- Stir in chocolate chips and caramel bits.
- Scoop dough into balls and place on baking sheet. Sprinkle with sea salt.
- Bake 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden but centers look slightly soft.
- Cool on tray for 5 minutes (if you can resist!).
Nutrition Facts (Per Cookie – Approx.)
| Calories: | 210 |
| Fat: | 11g |
| Carbohydrates: | 26g |
| Sugar: | 17g |
| Protein: | 2g |
| Sodium: | 140mg |
Serving Suggestions
Warm with a glass of cold milk (classic comfort)- Make ice cream cookie sandwiches
- Dip half in melted chocolate for a fancy touch
Storage
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For fresh-baked taste, microwave 8–10 seconds before eating.
Final Bite
Soft, warm, and just a little reckless with the caramel—these cookies don’t just satisfy your sweet tooth. They bring back memories you forgot you had.