Salted Caramel Toffee Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These Salted Caramel Toffee Cookies combine buttery, chewy cookie dough with pockets of rich caramel and crunchy toffee, creating a perfect balance of sweet and salty. They are easy to make and especially delightful when drizzled with extra caramel and sprinkled with sea salt on top.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups unbleached flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup caramel pieces (divided)
• 1/2 cup toffee pieces (divided)
• Sea salt (optional for topping)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
3. Step 3: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Step 4: Add the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
5. Step 5: Fold in 1/4 cup each of the caramel and toffee pieces, reserving the rest for later use.
6. Step 6: Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet in mounds without rolling into smooth balls.
7. Step 7: Bake for 10–11 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
8. Step 8: Immediately after removing from the oven, press each cookie gently with a mason jar lid to shape if desired.
9. Step 9: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
10. Step 10: Warm additional caramel and drizzle over the cooled cookies, then top with the remaining toffee pieces and a sprinkle of sea salt.

Tips & Variations

• Use quality caramel and toffee pieces for richer flavor and better texture.
• If you prefer softer cookies, reduce the baking time by a minute or two.
• For a chocolate twist, add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips along with the caramel and toffee.
• Sea salt is optional but enhances the sweet-salty contrast; flaky sea salt works best.
• Let cookies cool completely before drizzling to prevent caramel from melting them too much.

Storage

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To keep them fresh longer, refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Reheat gently in the microwave for 10-15 seconds if desired to soften the caramel and toffee.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. This can improve the flavor and texture of the cookies.

What if I don’t have caramel or toffee pieces?

You can substitute with chopped caramel candies and crushed English toffee bars or use chocolate chips for a different but delicious variation.

Salted Caramel Toffee Cookies Recipe

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These Salted Caramel Toffee Cookies combine the rich flavors of buttery toffee and smooth caramel with a hint of sea salt for a perfectly sweet and slightly savory treat. Soft and chewy with a golden brown edge, they are drizzled with warm caramel and topped with crunchy toffee pieces and sea salt for an irresistible cookie experience.

• Author: Nethan
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 11 minutes
• Total Time: 26 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 18 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cookies

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups unbleached flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup caramel pieces
• 1/4 cup toffee pieces

Topping

• 3/4 cup caramel pieces (for warming and drizzling)
• 1/4 cup toffee pieces (for topping)
• Sea salt (optional for topping)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
2. Cream butter and sugar: In a bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and packed light brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, creating the base for your cookie dough.
3. Add egg and vanilla: Mix in the egg and pure vanilla extract thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined, which helps bind the dough and adds flavor.
4. Combine dry ingredients: Add the unbleached flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture; stir just until all ingredients are combined, avoiding overmixing which can make cookies tough.
5. Fold in toffee and caramel: Gently fold in 1/4 cup of caramel pieces and 1/4 cup of toffee pieces to distribute them evenly throughout the dough; reserve the remaining caramel and toffee pieces for later use.
6. Portion dough: Scoop cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet in mounds without rolling into balls; this helps maintain a soft, chewy texture during baking.
7. Bake cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 11 minutes or until the edges of the cookies turn golden brown, signaling they are cooked through but still soft inside.
8. Shape cookies (optional): Immediately after removing from the oven, use a mason jar lid to gently press down on each cookie to shape them if desired, while they are still soft.
9. Cool cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for five minutes to set their shape before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Drizzle caramel and top: Warm the reserved caramel pieces until melted, then drizzle over the cooled cookies. Sprinkle the remaining toffee pieces and optional sea salt on top to enhance the flavor and add crunch.

Notes

• Using softened butter helps achieve a smooth creaming with the sugar for tender cookies.
• Do not overmix the dough once flour is added to maintain cookie softness.
• Shaping the cookies with a mason jar lid immediately after baking creates a uniform, rustic look and slightly flattens them for even texture.
• The optional sea salt sprinkled on top enhances the salted caramel flavor by balancing sweetness.
• Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
• Rewarm caramel gently if it hardens before drizzling to ensure smooth application.

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