Imagine biting into a cookie that's not just a cookie, but a mind-blowing explosion of textures and flavors that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These Chewy Chocolate Caramel Corn Cookies are the ultimate dessert hack that transforms ordinary baking into an extraordinary culinary adventure. With the perfect balance of rich chocolate, sweet caramel corn, and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cookies are about to become your new obsession. Get ready to impress your friends, family, and even yourself with this show-stopping recipe that's easier to make than you might think!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup caramel corn
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the two large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and caramel corn gently using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring that they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. The cookies may look slightly underbaked, but they will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your chewy chocolate caramel corn cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Room Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for the smoothest, most well-incorporated dough.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your ingredients just until combined to keep the cookies tender and chewy.
- Chill for Success: For even more flavor development, consider chilling the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Uniform Size: Use a cookie scoop for consistent cookie sizes, which ensures even baking.
- Watch the Edges: The cookies are done when the edges are lightly golden but the centers still look slightly underbaked.
- Cool Completely: Allow cookies to cool fully on a wire rack to develop the perfect chewy texture.
- Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
- Extra Crunch: For more caramel corn texture, reserve a few pieces to sprinkle on top of the cookies before baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 40mg
