Description
Sinful caramel stuffed cookies deliver pure indulgence straight from homemade paradise. Gooey centers and crisp edges create an irresistible sweet experience you won’t forget.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (2 sticks or 226 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 12 soft caramel candies (like Werthers Soft Caramels or homemade caramel squares)
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional, for a softer caramel center)
- Flaky sea salt for garnish
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for extra softness)
Baking Agents:
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Melted caramel drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare caramel candies by gently melting them in a saucepan with heavy cream over low heat until smooth and pliable. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- Cream butter with brown and granulated sugars until the mixture becomes airy and pale, creating a fluffy texture.
- Incorporate eggs individually, thoroughly mixing after each addition, then blend in vanilla extract for enhanced flavor depth.
- Separately combine flour, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch, whisking to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just incorporated without overmixing the dough.
- Divide cookie dough into portions, flattening each piece into a small disc shape.
- Position a soft caramel square or spoonful of melted caramel at the center of each dough disc.
- Cover the caramel completely with another piece of dough, carefully sealing the edges to prevent leakage during baking.
- Gently roll each stuffed dough portion into a uniform ball, ensuring the caramel remains fully enclosed.
- Arrange cookie dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart to allow proper spreading.
- Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C) while preparing the cookies for baking.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cookie edges turn a delicate golden brown, keeping the centers soft and tender.
- Allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to stabilize their structure.
- Transfer cookies to a wire cooling rack to complete the cooling process.
- Elevate the presentation by drizzling with additional melted caramel and sprinkling flaky sea salt for a gourmet finishing touch.
Notes
- Prevent caramel leakage by thoroughly sealing cookie dough edges when stuffing to keep the gooey center intact.
- Create uniform cookies by using a cookie scoop for consistent sizing and even baking.
- Adjust caramel texture by warming slightly at room temperature or gently heating to ensure smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Enhance flavor complexity by experimenting with different caramel varieties like salted, dark, or flavored options for unique taste profiles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg