These **Salted Caramel Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies** are a decadent treat with the perfect balance of sweet and salty. Soft, chewy, and loaded with gooey caramel, crunchy pecans, and melty chocolate chips, they are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Ingredients. :
– 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
– 1 cup packed brown sugar
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
– 1 cup chopped pecans
– 1/2 cup soft caramel candies, chopped into small pieces
– Flaky sea salt (for sprinkling)
Directions. :
1. **Preheat Oven**:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. **Mix Dry Ingredients**:
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. **Cream Butter and Sugars**:
In a large bowl, beat together melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until combined and creamy. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
4. **Combine Dry and Wet**:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. **Fold in Add-Ins**:
Gently fold in the chocolate chips, chopped pecans, and caramel pieces until evenly distributed.
6. **Scoop and Shape**:
Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to form balls of dough and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with your fingers.
7. **Sprinkle with Salt**:
Lightly sprinkle the tops of the cookies with flaky sea salt.
8. **Bake**:
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are still soft. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
9. **Cool and Enjoy**:
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prep Time : 15 minutes
Cook Time : 10-12 minutes
Total Time : 25-30 minutes
Servings : About 24 cookies
These **Salted Caramel Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies** are perfect for a sweet treat with a hint of saltiness that will have everyone coming back for more!