Caramel chocolate chip cookies are a delightful twist on the classic chocolate chip cookie: chewy in the middle, slightly crisp at the edges, and studded with melted caramel pieces and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
They come together quickly with no dough-chilling required, making them a convenient and satisfying treat for any occasion.
Why You’ll Love Them
Perfect texture. These cookies are soft and chewy with slightly crisp edges for contrast.
No chilling required. The dough is ready to bake right away, so you can enjoy fresh cookies fast.
Irresistible flavor. Caramel and chocolate are a classic pairing—each bite is gooey, sweet, and satisfying.
Step by Step Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Trim the caramel squares into small pieces. Kitchen scissors work well for this—set the pieces aside.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy—about 5 minutes for best texture.
Add the vanilla, whole egg, and extra egg yolk. Beat until evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix just until combined—avoid overmixing.
Gently fold in the chocolate chips and the chopped caramel pieces.
Scoop balls of dough about 3 tablespoons each and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Reserve a few extra caramel pieces to press on top of the dough before baking.
Bake for about 11 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden brown. The centers will seem a little underbaked—that’s normal.
Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet so the residual heat finishes the cooking and they settle into shape.
If the cookies spread more than you’d like, immediately after removing them from the oven place a round cookie cutter (slightly larger than the cookie) around each cookie and gently rotate it. This helps them stay round and gives them a slightly thicker edge. A glass or jar lid works as an alternative.
While still warm, press a few extra chocolate chips on top for a glossy, melty finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Storing the Cookies
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They stay fresh for up to four days.
How to Get Perfectly Round Cookies
Right after removing cookies from the oven, place a round cookie cutter (a bit larger than the cookie) around each one and gently swirl. This helps them keep a neat, round shape. A glass or jar lid can be used instead.
What Does Spooned and Levelled Flour Mean?
“Spooned and levelled” refers to measuring flour by spooning it into the measuring cup and then scraping off the excess with a straight edge. This prevents compacting the flour, which can happen if you scoop directly with the measuring cup and can lead to using more flour than the recipe intends.
Can I Make the Cookies Smaller?
Yes. For smaller cookies, scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of dough and bake for 8–9 minutes instead.
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Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies
Jessie M
Pin Recipe
15
12
18 large cookies
Equipment
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large bowl
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measuring cups/spoons
Ingredients
- 3/4 C salted butter at room temperature
- 1 C brown sugar
- 1/2 C white sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk
- 2 C all purpose flour spooned and levelled*
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 C semi sweet chocolate chips plus more for topping
- 15 caramel squares plus another 4 to top the cookies
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Cut caramel squares into small pieces and set aside.
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Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
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Add vanilla, egg, and egg yolk; beat until combined.
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Whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
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Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
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Fold in chocolate chips and caramel pieces.
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Scoop 3-tablespoon dough balls onto the lined baking sheet 2 inches apart and top with extra caramel pieces.
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Bake about 11 minutes until bottoms are golden; allow to cool on the pan so they finish cooking and set.
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If cookies spread, reshape with a round cutter or glass while still warm to achieve even, round cookies. Top warm cookies with extra chocolate chips.
Notes
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