Caramel Stuffed Cookies with Sea Salt
Decadent chocolate cookies with a gooey caramel center, finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for the perfect sweet and salty balance. These bakery-style cookies are a showstopper dessert that's surprisingly easy to make at home.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce thick, store-bought or homemade, chilled
- 1/4 cup flaky sea salt for sprinkling
Notes
Storage: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Make-Ahead: The cookie dough can be made, stuffed, and frozen on a baking sheet before transferring to a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to the bake time. Variations: Substitute the caramel with a soft peanut butter cup or a dollop of Nutella. For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend. Serving Suggestion: These are best served slightly warm with a glass of cold milk.