Salted Caramel Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Salted Caramel Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Salted Caramel Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Salted Caramel Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies! 🍪✨ Perfect for a cozy night in or as a delicious gift for a loved one, these cookies are sure to satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup caramel bits
  • Sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips, pecans, and caramel bits.
  • Scoop cookie dough onto prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly with a fork. Sprinkle sea salt over the tops of the cookies.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Popular questions:

  • Q: Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted butter?
  • A: Yes, you can use salted butter, but you may want to reduce the added salt in the recipe.

  • Q: Can I substitute the caramel bits with caramel sauce?
  • A: While you can experiment with caramel sauce, the bits add a nice texture to the cookies.

  • Q: Can I omit the pecans for a nut-free version?
  • A: Yes, feel free to skip the pecans or substitute them with another mix-in like dried fruit or additional chocolate chips.

Helpful tips:

  • Chill the cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies that bake evenly.
  • For an extra caramel flavor, drizzle melted caramel over the baked cookies.

Expert Secrets:

  • For a gooey center, slightly underbake the cookies and let them cool on the baking sheet.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to enhance the flavors in the cookies.
  • Experiment with different types of chocolate chips for a unique twist on the recipe.

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