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Are you ready to indulge your taste buds in a delightful treat that combines rich flavors and textures? Allow us to introduce you to the Indulgent Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Cookies. These cookies are not just a dessert; they are an experience, offering a perfect balance between the deep, intense flavor of dark chocolate and the sweet, buttery richness of caramel, all enhanced by a sprinkle of sea salt.

Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Cookies

Indulge your sweet tooth with these luxurious Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Cookies! This delightful recipe brings together the rich flavors of dark chocolate, buttery caramel, and a touch of sea salt for a perfect balance you'll love. Ideal for any occasion or simply to treat yourself, these cookies are easy to make and yield an irresistible sweet-salty combo. Enjoy them fresh from the oven paired with your favorite drink for a decadent experience. Happy baking!
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Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

1 cup brown sugar, packed firmly

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs, at room temperature

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

1 cup dark chocolate chips (60-70% cocoa recommended)

1/2 cup crushed sea salt caramel candies (such as Werther's Original or homemade)

For Topping:

Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling on top

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

    Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer set to medium speed to beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together. Continue mixing until the mixture turns light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes.

      Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the butter-sugar mixture, ensuring to mix well after each addition. Once combined, pour in the vanilla extract and mix until the batter is smooth.

        Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and fine sea salt. This step will help to ensure a smooth cookie texture.

          Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture while mixing on low speed. Stir until just combined; be careful not to overmix as this can lead to tougher cookies.

            Fold in Chocolate and Caramel: Using a spatula, gently fold in the dark chocolate chips and crushed sea salt caramel candies, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.

              Scoop the Dough: With a tablespoon or a cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.

                Sprinkle with Sea Salt: Prior to baking, sprinkle a small pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each cookie dough ball. This will provide a delightful contrast to the sweetness of the cookies.

                  Bake: Transfer the baking sheets to the preheated oven, and bake for 10-12 minutes. The cookies should have set edges but soft centers, as they will continue cooking on the sheets once removed from the oven.

                    Cool the Cookies: Once baked, take the cookies out of the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. After that, carefully move them to wire racks to cool completely.

                      Serve and Enjoy: These cookies are delicious when served warm or at room temperature. Pair them with a glass of milk or a steaming cup of coffee for a perfect treat!

                        Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 20 minutes | 30 minutes | Makes about 24 cookies