Description
Delightful cookies combining brown sugar, cinnamon, and a gooey caramel surprise.
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
- 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. Incorporate the vanilla extract, blending until smooth and cohesive.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and cornstarch until evenly distributed.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to 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 them with a tablespoon of heavy cream as needed.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough and flatten it 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. Repeat with the remaining dough.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each one. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are golden and the centers remain soft. Do not overbake.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack. Optionally, sprinkle with sea salt flakes while still warm for enhanced flavor.
Notes
Best enjoyed warm with cold milk or coffee. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American