Caramel Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies take the classic chocolate chip cookie to the next level by adding a gooey, melty caramel center. These cookies are soft and chewy on the outside with a sweet, buttery surprise inside. Perfect for when you’re craving something indulgent, these cookies will quickly become a favorite treat!
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet or dark chocolate chips
- 16-20 soft caramel candies (like Kraft caramels or homemade)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.
- Add the dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips: Gently fold the chocolate chips into the cookie dough until evenly distributed.
- Prepare the caramel filling: Unwrap the caramel candies. If the candies are large, cut them in half so they can fit comfortably inside the cookie dough balls.
- Shape the cookies: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it slightly in your palm. Place a caramel candy in the center of the dough, then wrap the dough around the caramel, sealing the edges so the caramel is fully enclosed. Gently roll the dough into a ball and place it on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough, spacing the cookies about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft. The cookies will continue to set as they cool.
- Cool and serve: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm for an extra gooey caramel center!
These Caramel Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies are the perfect mix of crispy, chewy, and gooey—ideal for any time you want to treat yourself or impress guests with a sweet, homemade dessert!
