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Caramel Oatmeal Cookies

Heavenly Caramel Oatmeal Cookies for Pure Cookie Bliss

Enjoy the chewy delight of these Caramel Oatmeal Cookies filled with gooey caramel centers, perfect for any sweet craving.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar or light brown sugar if needed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar for a healthier twist
  • 1 large egg or flax egg for vegan alternative
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure recommended
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt plus extra sprinkle for topping
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free alternative if needed
  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats quick oats might alter texture
For the Flavor Touch
  • 1 cup toffee bits or chocolate chips if desired
  • 3/4 cup soft caramels like Werther’s or Peter’s

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 365°F (185°C).
  2. In a stand mixer, beat together unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture; mix until fully incorporated and smooth, about 1 minute.
  4. Sift together baking powder, baking soda, salt, and all-purpose flour in a separate bowl, then gradually mix into wet ingredients on low speed until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in old-fashioned oats and toffee bits with a spatula until evenly distributed.
  6. Scoop about 3 tablespoons of dough, place a soft caramel in the center, and wrap the dough around it, forming a ball. Repeat and chill in the refrigerator for 2 to 24 hours.
  7. Line baking sheets with parchment paper and place 6-8 cookie balls on each sheet, sprinkling each with a pinch of flaky sea salt.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers look soft. Reshape slightly if needed after baking.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 45mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Keep cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze dough for fresh cookies anytime.

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