Peanut Butter Cookies Salted Caramel
Indulge in these rich and chewy Peanut Butter Cookies filled with gooey salted caramel, perfect for cozy afternoons.
Ingredients
Cookie Batter
- 1 cup creamy Peanut Butter the heart of this recipe, providing a smooth, rich base.
- 0.5 cup softened Butter adds a tender texture and luscious flavor.
- 0.5 cup granulated Sugar for a touch of sweetness that perfectly balances the flavors.
- 0.5 cup packed Brown Sugar deepens the flavor with its molasses-rich notes.
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract for a warm, aromatic touch that rounds out the sweetness.
- 1 large Egg helps bind the ingredients together and contributes to the chewy texture.
- 1.25 cups All-Purpose Flour the backbone of the cookie structure, creating that ideal crumb.
- 0.75 tsp Baking Soda acts as a leavening agent for those fluffy cookie edges.
- 0.5 tsp Salt enhances all the flavors while highlighting the sweetness.
Caramel Filling
- 0.5 cup unwrapped Caramels providing rich, gooey pockets of flavor throughout the cookies.
- 2 tbsp Heavy Cream ensures the caramel sauce is smooth and creamy.
- 0.25 tsp Sea Salt a finishing touch that elevates the salted caramel experience.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, creamy peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing on low just until combined.
- In a small saucepan, combine unwrapped caramels with heavy cream over low heat, stirring until melted into a smooth sauce.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies 2 inches apart. Create a well in the center and add warm caramel sauce.
Baking
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Immediately sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over each warm cookie and let cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Serving
- Enjoy the warm cookies with gooey caramel centers. These are great with a glass of cold milk or ice cream.
Notes
To avoid tough cookies, do not over-mix the dough. Allowing the dough to rest for 30 minutes helps flavors meld and improves the texture.