Description
A delightful treat combining sweet caramel and salty pretzels, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (240 g)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda (5 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (2 g)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (226 g)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed (150 g)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 g)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5 ml)
- 1 cup chocolate chips (170 g)
- 1 cup crushed pretzels (about 100 g)
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (120 ml), plus extra for drizzling
- Sea salt for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips and crushed pretzels.
- Drizzle in the caramel sauce and gently fold it into the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still soft.
- Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Drizzle with additional caramel sauce and sprinkle with sea salt.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, use vegan butter and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking for better shape.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Salted Caramel, Pretzel Cookies, Dessert, Baking