Description
Soft and chewy Salted Caramel Sugar Cookies blend buttery caramel flavor with flaky sea salt for a perfectly balanced treat. These cookies are easy to make, customizable, and perfect for holidays or casual snacking.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
10 caramel candies, melted (or 1/3 cup caramel sauce)
Flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions, roll into balls, and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are slightly underbaked.
- Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Drizzle melted caramel over cooled cookies and sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Allow caramel to set before serving.
Notes
To avoid spreading, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking.
Substitute caramel candies with store-bought caramel sauce for convenience.
Add 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon for a spiced variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 180 kcal
