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Caramel Stuffed Cookies

These Caramel Stuffed Cookies are a heavenly treat! Soft, chewy cookies with a gooey caramel center will make your taste buds dance!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 large egg yolks room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 9 (1-inch) baking caramels cut into ½-inch squares, Kraft recommended

Instructions

  • Begin by gathering all your ingredients and letting the butter and eggs come to room temperature. This ensures a smooth batter.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the room temperature butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cake flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This will help the cookies maintain their shape while baking.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while the dough is chilling.
  • Once chilled, scoop out a portion of dough and flatten it in your hand. Place a piece of caramel in the center, then wrap the dough around the caramel, sealing it well. Roll it into a ball.
  • Place the cookie balls on a lined baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. The centers will look slightly underbaked, which is perfect for that chewy texture.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy them warm, and watch out for that delicious caramel center!

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Stand Mixer or Hand Mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother dough.
  • Chill the dough to prevent cookies from spreading too much.
  • Store baked cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.