Chocolate Salted Caramel Sandwich Cookies are a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate cookies with a luscious salted caramel filling. They are perfect for dessert lovers looking for a sweet and salty snack. These sandwich cookies are not only delicious but also fun to make.
Why make this recipe
Making Chocolate Salted Caramel Sandwich Cookies is a fantastic way to impress family and friends. The combination of chocolate and salted caramel pleases many palates, making these cookies a perfect addition to any gathering. Plus, baking is a great way to unwind and create something delicious from scratch.
How to make Chocolate Salted Caramel Sandwich Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce
- Sea salt for sprinkling
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- Combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl; gradually add to the creamed mixture.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until set but still soft.
- Let cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Once cooled, sandwich two cookies together with a generous amount of salted caramel sauce in between.
- Sprinkle the edges with sea salt before serving.
How to serve Chocolate Salted Caramel Sandwich Cookies
These cookies are best served fresh but can also be enjoyed at room temperature. They make an excellent dessert for parties, lunchboxes, or simply as a sweet treat with coffee or tea.
How to store Chocolate Salted Caramel Sandwich Cookies
To keep your sandwich cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They can last for about a week. If you want to keep them longer, consider placing them in the fridge.
Tips to make Chocolate Salted Caramel Sandwich Cookies
- Make sure your butter is softened for easy mixing.
- Do not over-bake the cookies; they should be soft to the touch when you take them out of the oven.
- Let the cookies cool completely before adding caramel to prevent it from oozing out.
Variation
You can try adding nuts like pecans or walnuts to the cookie dough for extra flavor and crunch. Another variation is to use different types of chocolate chips, such as milk or white chocolate.
FAQs
1. Can I freeze Chocolate Salted Caramel Sandwich Cookies?
Yes, you can freeze the cookies. Place layers of cookies separated by parchment paper in an airtight container, and they can last for up to three months in the freezer.
2. What can I use instead of salted caramel sauce?
You can use regular caramel sauce and sprinkle a little sea salt between the cookie layers instead.
3. How can I make these cookies gluten-free?
Substituting the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend can make these cookies gluten-free. Just ensure that other ingredients are also gluten-free.
Chocolate Salted Caramel Sandwich Cookies
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure your butter is softened for easy mixing.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs Beat in the eggs one at a time.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Stir in the vanilla.
- 3 cups all-purpose flour Could substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips You can use milk or white chocolate chips for variation.
Filling
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce Generous amount for icing between cookies.
- to taste sea salt For sprinkling on the edges before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- Combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl; gradually add to the creamed mixture.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
Baking
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until set but still soft.
- Let cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Assembly
- Once cooled, sandwich two cookies together with a generous amount of salted caramel sauce in between.
- Sprinkle the edges with sea salt before serving.