Gooey Caramel‑Stuffed Cookies – Easy Dessert Idea
Introduction
These Gooey Caramel‑Stuffed Cookies are the ultimate indulgence: soft, chewy cookie dough wrapped around melty caramel centers. Each bite delivers buttery sweetness with a gooey surprise inside, making them perfect for parties, gifting, or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
2¼ cups all‑purpose flour
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
15 soft caramel candies
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
Preheat Oven
Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Make Dough
Cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
Beat in eggs and vanilla.
In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until combined.
Shape Cookies
Scoop tablespoon‑sized portions of dough.
Flatten slightly, place a caramel candy in the center, and wrap dough around to seal.
Bake
Arrange on baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
Bake 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are set.
Cool & Enjoy
Let cookies cool for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Serve warm for maximum gooeyness.
Tips & Tricks
Extra gooey: Use soft caramel squares or rollos for easier melting.
Salted caramel twist: Sprinkle sea salt on top before baking.
Storage: Keep in airtight container up to 4 days; reheat briefly for gooey centers.
Make ahead: Freeze unbaked dough balls with caramel inside; bake straight from freezer.
Variations
Chocolate Caramel Cookies: Add ½ cup cocoa powder to dough.
Nutty Caramel: Fold in chopped pecans or walnuts.
Holiday Style: Roll dough balls in festive sprinkles before baking.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 10–12 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes
Yield: ~15 cookies
Final Thoughts
These Gooey Caramel‑Stuffed Cookies are chewy, buttery, and filled with molten caramel centers — a decadent twist on classic cookies that will wow every sweet tooth.