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Peanut Butter Chocolate Caramel Cookies

Peanut Butter Chocolate Caramel Cookies
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Indulge in the perfect blend of rich peanut butter, melty chocolate chips, and gooey caramel pockets with these Peanut Butter Chocolate Caramel Cookies. Soft, chewy, and irresistibly sweet and salty, these cookies are easy to make with simple pantry staples and deliver a gourmet cookie experience ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup (130g) creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (110g) packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (135g) semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup (85g) soft caramel pieces or chopped caramel candies

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: Start by creaming together softened unsalted butter, creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the peanut butter mixture, stirring until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  3. Stir in mix-ins: Fold in chocolate chips and soft caramel pieces gently to distribute evenly throughout the dough for melty surprises in every bite.
  4. Shape and chill: Scoop dough using a cookie scoop or spoon onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Lightly press down each mound to flatten slightly, then chill the tray in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to help the cookies hold their shape during baking.
  5. Bake to perfection: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake chilled dough for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges turn golden but the centers remain soft. Let the cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for smooth mixing and uniform dough consistency.
  • Don’t skip chilling the dough to prevent spreading and keep caramel inside.
  • Choose soft caramel candies for melty, gooey pockets.
  • Watch your baking time closely; slightly underbaked cookies yield a softer chew.
  • Customize portion sizes: smaller scoops bake crispier, larger scoops stay soft and chewy.

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