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Caramel Oatmeal Cookies

Heavenly Caramel Oatmeal Cookies to Satisfy Your Sweet Craving

Delight in these Caramel Oatmeal Cookies, featuring a gooey center and chewy texture, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 42 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Butter Softened
  • 3/4 cup Dark Brown Sugar Can substitute with light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 large Egg Room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Homemade can add unique richness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure carefully
  • 2 cups Old-Fashioned Oats Do not use quick oats
For the Sweet Fillings
  • 1 cup Toffee Bits Optional: Can be replaced with chocolate chips
  • 12 pieces Caramels Use soft caramels like Werther's or Kraft
  • to taste Flaked Salt For topping

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cream the softened butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a stand mixer on medium-high speed for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, mixing on low speed for about 30 seconds until smooth.
  3. Gradually incorporate the baking powder, baking soda, salt, and flour, mixing on low until just combined.
  4. Fold in the oats and toffee bits until evenly distributed.
  5. Shape the dough into balls, pressing a soft caramel into the center before sealing and placing on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Chill the dough balls in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  7. Preheat the oven to 365°F (185°C) and prepare another baking sheet with parchment paper.
  8. Bake the chilled dough for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown around the edges but soft in the center.
  9. Sprinkle each warm cookie with flaked salt and let cool before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, chill the dough for 2 hours or up to 24 hours and use quality soft caramels for the gooey center.

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