Name: Salted Caramel Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookies
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 TBS cornstarch; 1 tsp baking soda; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 cup cold unsalted butter; 1 cup brown sugar (packed); 1/2 cup white sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips; 1 1/2 cups chopped pretzels; 15 soft caramels (cut in half); 1 TBS coarse sea salt

Description

Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet and salty with these Salted Caramel Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookies. Each bite offers a gooey caramel center surrounded by rich chocolate chips and crunchy pretzels, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. Ideal for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these cookies are sure to impress your family and friends. Easy to make and customizable, you can add your favorite chocolates or nuts for a personal touch. With 30 cookies per batch, there’s plenty to share—or keep all to yourself!

Ingredients

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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 TBS cornstarch
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup cold unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar (packed)
1/2 cup white sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
1 1/2 cups chopped pretzels
15 soft caramels (cut in half)
1 TBS coarse sea salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a large mixing bowl, cut cold butter into slices.
Cream the butter with brown and white sugars until smooth.
Add eggs and vanilla; mix until incorporated.
Gradually combine dry ingredients: flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Fold in chocolate chips and chopped pretzels gently.
Prepare caramels by cutting them in half if necessary.
Measure out dough using two tablespoons; flatten each scoop, place a caramel in the center, and roll it into a ball.
Place on lined cookie sheets and bake for 8-12 minutes until golden.
Sprinkle with coarse sea salt immediately after baking.
Let cool on the pan for five minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes enhances flavor and shape retention. Feel free to substitute dark chocolate chips or add nuts like pecans for added flavor.