Salty Sweet Caramel Pretzel Cookies
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
22 mins
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Servings
20
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Course
Baked Goods
Salty Sweet Caramel Pretzel Cookies
Description
This cookie recipe combines softened butter with brown and white sugar to create a creamy base, which is then mixed with eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla for richness. An optional addition of powdered milk enhances the texture. Wheat flour, baking soda, and salt are folded in to provide structure. Three key mix-ins — milk chocolate chips, caramel bits, and broken pretzel pieces — create a balance of sweet, salty, and chewy elements.
The dough is dropped onto a lined baking sheet using a Silpat or parchment to prevent sticking, then baked at 350°F until the edges are lightly golden. The result is a cookie with crispy edges and a tender center, featuring pockets of melted chocolate and caramel contrasted with crunchy pretzel pieces that add saltiness.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter softened slightly
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1 Tablespoon powdered milk optional
- 2 1/2 cup flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips or 1 cup semisweet + 1 cup milk chocolate
- 1 cup caramel bits from Kraft or caramels cut into small pieces
- 1 cup pretzels break up with hands or chop into pieces
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and sugar for 4 minutes until light and fluffy. Scrape down sides of the bowl.
- Add egg, egg yolk, vanilla, and powdered milk (optional) and cream until combined.
- Add flour, baking soda, and salt and stir just until combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips, caramel bits, and pretzels.
- Use Silpat or parchment paper on a baking sheet so the caramel doesn't stick to the pan. Drop dough onto baking sheet.
- Bake for 11-14 minutes or until lightly golden brown on the edges.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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