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Peanut Butter Chocolate Caramel Cookies

Peanut Butter Chocolate Caramel Cookies That Wow Your Taste Buds

These Peanut Butter Chocolate Caramel Cookies offer no-bake convenience with chewy oats and a rich blend of flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats Use for chewy texture
  • ¾ cup creamy or chunky peanut butter Choose based on preference
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar Provides warmth and moisture
  • ¼ cup milk Essential for binding
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor
Topping Ingredients
  • ½ cup caramel sauce Homemade or store-bought
  • ½ cup chocolate chips For melting and drizzling
  • to taste sea salt Optional, for balance

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Microwave-safe Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt ½ cup of unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in 1 cup of brown sugar and ¼ cup of milk, whisking continuously for 3-5 minutes until glossy.
  2. Off the heat, whisk in ¾ cup of peanut butter and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Fold in 2 cups of old-fashioned oats until evenly coated, forming a sticky dough.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and scoop the mixture onto the sheet, flattening slightly and making an indentation in each.
  5. Spoon a dollop of caramel sauce into the center of each cookie.
  6. Melt ½ cup of chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals. Drizzle over each cookie.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Enjoy cold or briefly microwave for a slightly warm treat.

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