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 amount of additional salt in the recipe.

• Q: Can I substitute walnuts for pecans?

A: Yes, you can substitute walnuts for pecans if you prefer.

• Q: Can I use homemade caramel instead of caramel bits?

A: Yes, you can use homemade caramel, but make sure it is cooled and set before adding to the cookie dough.

• Q: How should I store these cookies?

A: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Helpful tips:

• For an extra decadent cookie, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies.
• Add a sprinkle of extra sea salt on top of the cookies before baking for a more pronounced salted caramel flavor.
• Experiment with different types of chocolate chips, such as dark or white chocolate, for a unique twist.
• If you don’t have caramel bits, you can chop up caramel candies to use in the recipe.
• Don’t overmix the cookie dough to keep the cookies tender and fluffy.

Expert Secrets:

• Browning the butter before adding it to the cookie dough can add a rich, nutty flavor to the cookies.
• Chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and ensure a chewy texture.
• Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor in your cookies.
• Be generous with the sea salt sprinkled on top of the cookies to enhance the salted caramel flavor.
• Rotate the baking sheet halfway through baking to ensure even cooking.