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Brown Sugar Cinnamon Caramel Cookies

Brown Sugar Cinnamon Caramel Cookies: Irresistibly Gooey Treats

Brown Sugar Cinnamon Caramel Cookies bring together rich sweetness and gooey caramel, making them an irresistible treat that’s perfect for sharing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Caramel Center
  • 10 pieces soft caramel candies unwrapped
For Rolling the Cookies
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar mixed with cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional Additions
  • 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • measuring cups
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, light brown sugar, and white sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, flatten them, place a caramel candy in the center, and seal it with the dough.
  6. Roll each dough ball in the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture before placing on the baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown and centers are slightly underbaked.
  8. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

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