Salted Caramel Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with these Salted Caramel Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookies. Each bite is a perfect balance of sweet chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pretzels, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. These cookies are not only easy to make but also customizable—perfect for satisfying your cravings or impressing guests at gatherings. Whether you enjoy them warm from the oven or stored as a snack, these cookies offer a unique texture and flavor that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cold unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pretzels
- 15 soft caramels (cut in half)
- 1 tbsp coarse sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together cold butter and sugars until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla; mix until just combined.
- Gradually add flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; mix until combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips and pretzels. Insert caramel pieces into dough balls formed from about two tablespoons of dough.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 8-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Sprinkle warm cookies with sea salt before cooling on a rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 35g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg