Introduction

These Irresistible White Chocolate Caramel Cookies combine rich, buttery dough with sweet white chocolate and gooey caramel chunks. Perfectly soft with just the right amount of chew, they’re a delightful treat for any occasion. Enjoy baking a batch that will disappear fast!

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Ingredients

2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup (170g) white chocolate chunks
1 cup (170g) caramel chunks

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
Step 4: Add eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract; mix well.
Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined—avoid overmixing.
Step 6: Gently fold in the white chocolate and caramel chunks.
Step 7: Use a cookie scoop to drop dough onto prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Step 8: Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain slightly underdone.
Step 9: Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips & Variations

For extra chewiness, refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
Substitute caramel chunks with soft toffee bits for a slightly different texture.
Use white chocolate chips if chunks are unavailable; they melt more evenly.
Add a pinch of cinnamon for a warm, spicy note that complements the caramel.

Storage

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze them in a sealed bag for up to 3 months. To reheat, warm cookies in a low oven or microwave briefly to restore softness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?

Yes, but reduce the added salt to about 1/4 teaspoon to avoid making the cookies too salty.

Why do my cookies spread too much during baking?

Over-softened butter or too much sugar can cause spreading. Chilling the dough before baking can help maintain shape and prevent excessive spreading.

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These Irresistible White Chocolate Caramel Cookies combine a soft, chewy texture with sweet bursts of white chocolate and gooey caramel chunks. Perfectly balanced and easy to make, they bake to golden perfection with slightly underdone centers for ultimate softness and richness.

Author: Stella
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

1 cup (170g) white chocolate chunks
1 cup (170g) caramel chunks

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set this mixture aside.
Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the softened butter with both granulated and brown sugars until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time into the creamed butter mixture, fully mixing each before adding the next. Then add the vanilla extract and mix well.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can toughen the cookies.
Fold in Chocolate and Caramel: Gently fold in the white chocolate chunks and caramel chunks evenly throughout the cookie dough.
Portion the Dough: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centers are still slightly underdone for a soft texture.
Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set and prevents breakage.

Notes

Do not overbake; slightly underdone centers ensure soft, chewy cookies.
Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
Room temperature butter creams better with sugar for a lighter texture.
You can substitute caramel chunks with caramel bits or toffee pieces if unavailable.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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