Brown Sugar Cinnamon Caramel Cookies
These cookies combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and caramel for a soft and chewy treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs Ensure at room temperature for better emulsification
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Additions
- 1 cup caramel bits (or homemade caramel)
- to taste Extra ground cinnamon for rolling (optional) For added flavor and presentation
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Gently fold in the caramel bits until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough balls onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are slightly soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Customize your cookies with chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit. For a vegan option, replace butter with coconut oil and use flax eggs. Use gluten-free flour for a delicious alternative.