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Salted Caramel Pretzel Thumbprint Cookies

Salted Caramel Pretzel Thumbprint Cookies for Sweet Perfection

Salted Caramel Pretzel Thumbprint Cookies offer a delightful blend of sweet and salty, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 2/3 cup sugar brown sugar adds deeper flavor
  • 2 large eggs essential for binding
  • 2 tablespoons honey maple syrup can be substituted
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract opt for pure for superior taste
  • 1 dash salt contrast that elevates sweetness
  • 2 cups flour all-purpose flour is ideal
For the Crunchy Topping
  • 2 cups pretzels broken into pieces
  • 14 oz dulce de leche rich topping
  • coarse sea salt for topping

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Beat 1 cup of softened butter and 2/3 cup of sugar in a large mixing bowl until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add 2 eggs, 2 tablespoons of honey, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla, mixing well. Gradually add 2 cups of flour and a dash of salt, mixing until the dough is semi-firm.
  2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) about 10 minutes before the chilling time is up.
  4. Remove the dough and roll into walnut-sized balls, tossing in 2 cups of broken pretzel pieces until well-coated. Place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart, and press the center with your thumb to create a well.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until lightly golden brown on the edges. If thumbprint wells flatten, press them back in gently after baking.
  6. Cool cookies on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes. Fill each well with dulce de leche and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is fully softened for the best texture and do not skip the chilling step to help the dough firm up.

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