Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• Unsalted butter (softened): 16 tablespoons (2 sticks)
• Light brown sugar: 1 cup
• Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup
• Large eggs: 2
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
• All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups
• Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
• Semisweet chocolate chips: 2 cups
• Salted caramel sauce: 1/3 cup

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 10-12 minutes per batch

Difficulty Level:

• 2 out of 5 (easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
4. 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.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips.
6. Scoop the dough into 1 1/2-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Drizzle the salted caramel sauce over the cookies before serving.

Nutritional Information (per cookie):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 50mg
• Sodium: 120mg
• Carbohydrates: 32g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 20g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm and chewy in texture
• Rich and buttery caramel flavor
• Indulgent chocolate chips
• Salted caramel sauce adds a sweet and salty contrast

User Comments:

• "These cookies are absolutely amazing! The salted caramel sauce takes them to the next level."
• "I love the combination of flavors in these cookies. They're the perfect treat for any chocolate lover."
• "These cookies are so easy to make and they turn out perfectly every time. I always get rave reviews when I bring them to parties."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the dough, or the cookies will be tough.
• Use good quality salted caramel sauce for the best flavor.
• Let the cookies cool completely before drizzling with sauce, or the sauce will melt off.