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Brown Sugar Cinnamon Caramel Cookies

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Delicious, chewy cookies filled with a warm, gooey caramel center and a hint of cinnamon.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 12–14 soft caramel candies (unwrapped) or 1/2 cup caramel baking bits
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (for rolling)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (for rolling)
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar (for sprinkling)
  • 1 pinch flaky sea salt (for salted caramel flavor)
  • 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (to enhance the brown sugar notes)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts (for texture)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and flatten slightly. Place a caramel candy or a few caramel baking bits in the center of each cookie, then fold the dough around it.
  7. In a small bowl, mix the 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Roll each cookie in this mixture before placing it on the baking sheet.
  8. Sprinkle the tops of the cookies with the remaining white sugar.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

These cookies can be served warm or at room temperature. They store well in an airtight container for up to three days.

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