Caramel Nougat Cookies

Indulge in the irresistible decadence of Caramel Nougat Cookies—soft, chewy delights loaded with rich nougat candy bars and finished with a luscious caramel drizzle. Perfectly golden edges encase a tender center bursting with the flavors of nougat and buttery sweetness, while a sprinkle of sea salt adds a tantalizing contrast. Made with simple pantry staples and featuring chopped nougat candy bars (think Milky Way or 3 Musketeers), this cookie recipe is elevated with a homemade caramel topping. Ready in just over 30 minutes, these cookies are ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth, impressing guests at gatherings, or treating yourself to a gourmet snack. Whether as a dessert or mid-afternoon indulgence, these caramel-drenched cookies will have everyone coming back for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 34/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 2 Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1.5 cups Nougat candy bars (such as Milky Way or 3 Musketeers), chopped
• 1 cup Caramel candies, unwrapped
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoons Sea salt flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 5

Gently fold in the chopped nougat candy bars, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.

Step 6

Using a medium cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake; the cookies will continue to set as they cool.

Step 8

While the cookies are baking, prepare the caramel topping. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unwrapped caramel candies and heavy cream. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until the mixture is smooth.

Step 9

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.

Step 10

Drizzle the melted caramel over the cookies and, if desired, sprinkle with sea salt flakes for a sweet and salty finish.

Step 11

Let the caramel set for about 10 minutes before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1613.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6602.3

Total Fat 199.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 114.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 667.9mg	0%
Sodium 4509.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1141.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 762.2g
Protein 64.8g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 643.3mg	0%
Iron 24.2mg	0%
Potassium 1704.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.1%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 69.0%