Indulge in a delightful combination of sweet and salty flavors with Salted Caramel Pretzel Cookies. The crunchy pretzel pieces provide a satisfying texture, complementing the soft, chewy cookie base and gooey caramel center that bursts with rich flavor. Fans of classic desserts with a twist or those who enjoy the balance of caramel and salt will find these cookies a delightful treat. This recipe guides you through creating these irresistible cookies, perfect for satisfying cravings or sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup pretzel pieces
- 1/2 cup caramel bits
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in vanilla extract and eggs until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt until thoroughly mixed.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Fold in pretzel pieces and caramel bits gently to avoid overmixing.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Keywords: Sweet, Baking, Caramel, Dessert, American
Spice Rack: Vanilla Extract, Salt
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