Ingredients and Weight:
- Unsalted butter (1 cup, softened)
- Granulated sugar (3/4 cup)
- Brown sugar (1/2 cup, firmly packed)
- Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
- All-purpose flour (1 1/2 cups)
- Baking soda (1/2 teaspoon)
- Salt (1/4 teaspoon)
- Caramel candies (1 cup, unwrapped and chopped)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped caramel candies.
- Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per cookie:
- Calories: 230
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Chewy and soft
- Rich caramel flavor
- Slightly crispy edges
User Comments:
- "These cookies are absolutely delicious! The caramel candies give them an amazing flavor."
- "I doubled the recipe and they were still gone in no time."
- "Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are sure to be a hit."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use softened butter, not melted.
- Do not overmix the dough, as this will result in tough cookies.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
