Description

Salted Caramel Pretzel Chocolate Chip Cookies are the ultimate sweet-and-salty treat, combining gooey caramel, crunchy pretzels, and melty chocolate chips. A sprinkle of sea salt enhances the flavors, creating a perfectly balanced and indulgent cookie experience.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup brown sugar, packed

1/4 cup granulated sugar

2 tsp vanilla extract

2 large eggs

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1 cup chocolate chips

1/2 cup crushed pretzels

1/2 cup caramel bits

1/4 cup coarse sea salt, for sprinkling

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
Fold in chocolate chips, crushed pretzels, and caramel bits.
Drop dough onto prepared baking sheets using a scoop or tablespoon, spacing 2 inches apart.
Sprinkle each dough mound with a pinch of coarse sea salt.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centers are set but soft.
Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra decadence, drizzle melted chocolate or caramel over cooled cookies.

Dark chocolate chips give a richer flavor and balance the sweetness.

Use crushed potato chips instead of pretzels for a different salty crunch.

Underbake slightly for chewy cookies; bake longer for crispier texture.

Store with a slice of bread in the container to keep cookies soft.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 200
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg