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Brownie Stuffed Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These decadent cookies combine soft chocolate chip cookie dough, gooey caramel, and a fudgy brownie center for the ultimate dessert experience. Perfect for parties, gifting, or treating yourself, they’re easy to make and guaranteed to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup (40g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (270g) chocolate chips (milk or dark)
  • 16 soft caramel candies (like Kraft, unwrapped)
  • Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Make the Brownie Filling: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter until smooth. Add 2 large eggs and beat until thick and pale (about 2 minutes). Sift in 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir gently until just combined. Mix in 1/2 tsp vanilla extract. If batter looks dry, add 1 tbsp milk. Set aside or chill for 20 minutes to slightly firm up.
  2. Prepare the Cookie Dough: In another bowl, cream 3/4 cup softened butter with 1 cup brown sugar and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes). Beat in 2 eggs and 2 tsp vanilla extract. Sift together 2 1/4 cups flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp salt, then fold into the wet mixture until just combined. Stir in 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips. If dough is too loose, chill for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  4. Shape the Cookies: Scoop out 2 tbsp cookie dough and flatten into a disc (about 2.5” diameter) in your palm. Place 1 tbsp brownie batter in the center, followed by a caramel candy. Sprinkle a pinch of flaky salt on the caramel. Wrap the cookie dough around the filling, sealing all edges.
  5. Bake: Arrange cookies 3” apart on prepared trays. Bake for 13–15 minutes until edges are golden and centers look just set. Cookies should be puffy, with slight cracks on top.
  6. Cool: Let cookies rest on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm for gooey caramel centers.

Notes

For thicker cookies, chill both the brownie filling and cookie dough before assembling. Don’t overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies. Use high-quality chocolate and flaky sea salt for best flavor. Cookies can be made gluten-free or dairy-free with simple swaps. Freeze assembled dough balls for up to two months and bake from frozen, adding 2-3 minutes to bake time.

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