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Chocolate Caramel Blossom Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these Chocolate Caramel Blossoms, a decadent treat featuring rich chocolate cookies topped with soft, gooey caramel candies. Perfectly baked to achieve a tender texture with a luscious caramel center that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Dough

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Caramel Topping

  • 36 caramel candies, unwrapped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and cocoa flavor.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, creating a smooth and glossy mixture.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  6. Shape and Bake Cookies: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, roll the dough into balls and place them spaced about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies have risen and firmed up but the centers still look slightly soft.
  7. Add Caramel Candy: Immediately upon removing the cookies from the oven, press one caramel candy into the center of each cookie. The heat will soften the caramel, allowing it to melt gently into the cookie tops.
  8. Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 15 minutes so the caramel can set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For easier caramel pressing, unwrap candies before baking.
  • Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and facilitate easy removal.
  • Cookies may spread slightly, so give enough space between dough balls.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Optionally, chill dough before baking to minimize spreading.

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