Description
Delightful warm cookies with a rich caramel and cinnamon twist, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 cup soft caramel candies, chopped
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional)
- Optional: white chocolate chips, chopped pecans or walnuts, sea salt flakes for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Incorporate vanilla extract; blend until smooth and cohesive.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and cornstarch until evenly distributed.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the creamed butter mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Chop caramel candies into small pieces. If using firm caramels, soften with a tablespoon of heavy cream as needed.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough and flatten into a disk. Place a portion of caramel in the center and fold the dough around it, ensuring the caramel is fully enclosed. Roll gently to shape into a ball.
- Arrange dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft. Do not overbake.
- Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Optionally, sprinkle with sea salt flakes while still warm.
Notes
Make sure the butter is softened but not melted for the best texture. Chill the dough to prevent the cookies from spreading too much while baking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American