Marry Me Cookies
Delicious cookies combining sweet caramel, chocolate, and crispy bacon that create a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter Opt for unsalted butter to control the saltiness.
- 1 cup light brown sugar Provides moisture and caramel flavor.
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness and helps cookies spread.
- 2 large eggs Use room temperature for better mixing.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Use pure extract for best flavor.
Dry Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour Spoon and level for accuracy.
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch Enhances chewiness.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps cookies rise.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Provides leavening.
- 3/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
Mix-ins
- 2/3 cup caramel bits or chopped caramels Melts to create gooey pockets.
- 4 oz semisweet chocolate bar (finely chopped) Adds richness.
- 1/2 cup crumbled bacon Use crispy bacon for better texture.
Finishing Touch
- flaky sea salt Optional for sprinkling.
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown your butter in a saucepan over medium/low heat until golden brown and nutty.
- Pour the browned butter into a heatproof bowl and let it cool slightly.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix the cooled butter with brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla until combined.
Combining Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in caramel bits, chopped chocolate, and crumbled bacon.
Baking
- Scoop the dough into 2-tablespoon-sized balls on prepared baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Freeze cookie dough balls on a baking sheet before transferring to a freezer bag for later baking.