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Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookies with Sea Salt Caramel Swirl

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These chocolate chip cookies feature a rich sea salt caramel swirl, combining soft chewiness with a perfect salty-sweet contrast. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, they offer nostalgic comfort in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (165g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (270g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar (for caramel)
  • 6 tbsp (85g) unsalted butter, cut into pieces (for caramel)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream, warmed (for caramel)
  • 1 tsp flaky sea salt (for caramel)
  • Additional flaky sea salt for sprinkling on top

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. Prepare the sea salt caramel: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 3/4 cup granulated sugar, stirring constantly until it turns a deep amber color (5-7 minutes). Carefully whisk in 6 tbsp butter until smooth. Slowly add 1/4 cup warmed heavy cream while stirring. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp flaky sea salt. Let cool slightly.
  3. Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt.
  4. Cream the butter and sugars: In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened butter with 3/4 cup granulated sugar and 3/4 cup brown sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
  5. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, then mix in 2 tsp vanilla extract until combined.
  6. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet mixture, mixing on low just until combined.
  7. Fold in chocolate chips gently with a spatula until evenly distributed.
  8. Assemble cookies: Scoop about 2 tbsp of cookie dough onto baking sheets. Spoon a teaspoon of warm caramel on top of each dough mound. Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the caramel into the dough.
  9. Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each cookie.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden but centers still look slightly soft.
  11. Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to set.

Notes

If caramel thickens before swirling, gently warm it again. For thicker cookies, chill dough for 30 minutes before baking. Use room temperature butter and eggs for best results. Avoid overmixing dough after adding flour. Flaky sea salt on top enhances flavor. Store cookies in airtight container up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months.

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