Ingredients
- 125 grams butter
- 100 grams light brown sugar
- 75 grams granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 250 grams plain flour
- 50 grams cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 50 grams white chocolate chips
- 50 grams milk chocolate chips
- 100 grams caramel buttons
- 3 tablespoons Nutella
Directions
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Cream together 125g butter, 100g light brown sugar, and 75g granulated sugar until combined.
Beat in 1 egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract.
Gradually mix in 250g flour, 50g cocoa powder, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp baking soda until a cookie dough forms.
Fold in desired chocolate additions, such as 50g white and milk chocolate chips and 100g whole caramel buttons.
Weigh out 70g portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on a parchment-lined baking tray, leaving space between each.
Bake for 12 minutes.
Carefully remove the hot cookies from the oven.
Melt chocolate spread in the microwave.
Top each cookie with a spoonful of melted chocolate spread, a few chocolate chips, and one caramel button.
Allow the cookies to cool and harden before enjoying.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make these Triple Chocolate Caramel Cookies even chewier?
To achieve a chewier texture in your Triple Chocolate Caramel Cookies, ensure you properly cream the butter with the light brown sugar and granulated sugar for the full recommended time. Also, slightly underbaking them for 1-2 minutes under the 12-minute cook time will keep the centers softer and increase chewiness once cooled.
Can I substitute the cocoa powder in this recipe?
While this recipe calls for 50 grams of cocoa powder for that deep chocolate flavor, you can substitute up to half of it with Dutch-processed cocoa powder for a darker color and mellower taste. However, avoid substituting with pure cacao powder, as it will drastically change the texture and rise.
What is the best way to store these homemade chocolate cookies?
Once completely cooled, store your Triple Chocolate Caramel Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh and delicious for up to 5 days, though for the best texture, enjoy them within the first 48 hours.
