Description
Delightful cookies combining brown sugar, cinnamon, and gooey caramel, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 12-14 soft caramel candies (unwrapped) or 1/2 cup caramel baking bits
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon white sugar (for sprinkling)
- 1 pinch flaky sea salt (for salted caramel flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (to enhance the brown sugar notes)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts (for texture)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and flatten slightly. Place a caramel candy or a few caramel baking bits in the center of each cookie, then fold the dough around it.
- Mix the 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon in a small bowl. Roll each cookie in this mixture before placing it on the baking sheet.
- Sprinkle the tops of the cookies with the remaining white sugar.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container. Chill the dough for better flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American