Chocolate Chunk Salted Caramel Cookies

Chocolate Chunk Salted Caramel Cookies - Hamilton Beach UK

Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, gooey cookie with chunks of rich chocolate and swirls of caramel, all topped with a sprinkle of sea salt. The mere thought of Chocolate Chunk Salted Caramel Cookies is enough to make anyone's mouth water. But why settle for just imagining when you can easily whip up a batch of these heavenly treats in your own kitchen?

Kitchen Hero: Hamilton Beach Professional 7 Speed Hand Mixer

Ingredients

  • 2 3/4 cups (372g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cups/(282g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 3/4 cups (350g) light brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (360g) semisweet chocolate chunks (from your favourite bar) or chips
  • 16 soft caramel sweets, each cut into 3 equal pieces
  • Flaked sea salt, preferably Maldon

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. Using a hand mixer, cream the butter and both sugars on medium speed until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl. Add the vanilla and continue beating about 1 minute.
  4. Reduce the mixer speed to low, gradually add the flour mixture, and mix until fully incorporated. Be sure not to over mix.
  5. Remove the bowl from the mixer and fold in the chocolate chunks with a rubber spatula until just combined.
  6. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a large (3-ounce) ice cream scoop, portion out 16 balls. Place on the prepared pan, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 24 hours.
  7. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 160ºC. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Remove the cookies from the refrigerator, then arrange 6 cookies on each of two pans and 4 cookies on a third pan. Space them far enough part so that they won’t spread into one another when baking. Let sit for 10 to 12 minutes before baking. Gently press the dough balls to flatten slightly before you put them in the oven.
  9. Bake one sheet at a time. Transfer a pan to the oven and bake for 12 minutes. Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately place 3 small pieces of caramel candy on top of each cookie. Sprinkle with the sea salt flakes, rotate the pan front to back, and return the cookies to the oven. Bake for an additional 4 to 6 minutes, or until the middle is set and the cookies are lightly golden brown.
  10. Let the cookies sit on the pan for 5 to 10 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Makes: 16 large cookies

What makes Chocolate Chunk Salted Caramel Cookies so irresistible?

It's the perfect combination of flavours and textures that sets these cookies apart. The sweetness of the caramel is balanced by the bitterness of the chocolate chunks, while the sprinkle of sea salt adds a touch of savoury goodness. Each bite is a symphony of taste sensations that will leave you craving more.

How to bake the perfect batch of Chocolate Chunk Salted Caramel Cookies

Start by preheating your oven and gathering all the necessary ingredients. Mix together the cookie dough, making sure to evenly distribute the chocolate chunks and caramel swirls. Scoop out the dough onto a baking sheet, sprinkle with sea salt, and bake until golden brown. The result? A batch of cookies that are crispy on the edges, soft in the middle, and bursting with flavour.

Why you should treat yourself to these delectable cookies

Life is too short to deny yourself the simple pleasures, and Chocolate Chunk Salted Caramel Cookies are the epitome of indulgence. Whether you're looking to satisfy a sweet craving, impress your friends at a gathering, or simply pamper yourself after a long day, these cookies are the perfect choice. So go ahead, treat yourself to a taste of luxury.

So what are you waiting for? Get your apron on, preheat that oven, and let the aroma of freshly baked cookies fill your kitchen. Indulge in the decadence of Chocolate Chunk Salted Caramel Cookies and experience a moment of pure bliss with every bite.