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Peanut Butter Caramel Drizzle Cookies

Peanut Butter Caramel Drizzle Cookies
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Peanut Butter Caramel Drizzle Cookies are soft, chewy cookies featuring a rich combination of creamy peanut butter and luscious caramel. These easy-to-make treats offer a perfect balance of salty and sweet flavors, topped with a glossy caramel drizzle and optional sea salt for contrast. Perfect for quick indulgence or sharing at gatherings.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Toppings

  • Caramel sauce, for drizzling (approximately 1/3 cup)
  • Sea salt, flaky, for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients and Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all ingredients and gently soften the butter if needed. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat for easy cleanup and non-stick baking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to whip the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy. This aeration is essential for a soft cookie texture.
  3. Add Peanut Butter, Egg, and Vanilla: Mix in the peanut butter until well combined, then beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and cohesive, ensuring even flavor distribution.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking soda. Slowly add this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring just until incorporated to avoid tough cookies.
  5. Form Cookies and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each cookie evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden and centers are set but still soft.
  6. Drizzle with Caramel: Let the cookies cool slightly on the baking sheet. Drizzle a generous amount of caramel sauce over each cookie and sprinkle sea salt if desired to enhance the sweet-salty flavor profile.

Notes

  • Measure flour using the spoon-and-level method to avoid dense cookies caused by too much flour.
  • Do not overmix the dough; stir only until ingredients are combined for a tender, chewy texture.
  • Remove cookies from the oven when edges are set but centers remain slightly soft, as they continue to bake while cooling.
  • Use quality caramel sauce for the best flavor and balance.
  • Cool cookies before drizzling caramel to prevent it from running off entirely.
  • For natural peanut butter, chill dough before baking as it can be softer.
  • Gluten-free version: substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Store cookies in a single layer to keep the caramel drizzle intact.

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