Caramel Peanut Butter Cookies

Indulge in the ultimate combination of sweet and salty with these irresistible Caramel Peanut Butter Cookies! Featuring a rich, melt-in-your-mouth peanut butter base, these cookies are elevated with a luscious layer of homemade caramel sauce that’s smooth and buttery. A touch of crunchy chopped peanuts (optional) adds the perfect textural contrast, making every bite pure decadence. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy cookie recipe combines pantry staples like creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and unwrapped caramels for a dessert that’s both classic and gourmet. Perfect for holiday cookie swaps, after-school treats, or indulgent snacking, these cookies strike the perfect balance of soft, chewy, and gooey goodness. Whether you drizzle, spread, or dunk these cookies in caramel, they’re guaranteed to become a crowd-pleasing favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 115 grams Unsalted butter
• 180 grams Creamy peanut butter
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 110 grams Light brown sugar, packed
• 1 piece Large egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 195 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 170 grams Caramels, unwrapped
• 1 tablespoon Heavy cream
• 50 grams Chopped peanuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out dough balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Flatten each dough ball slightly using the back of a fork, creating a crisscross pattern on the surface.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.

Step 9

While the cookies cool on a wire rack, prepare the caramel filling. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unwrapped caramels with heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth and fully combined.

Step 10

Once the cookies are cool, drizzle or spread the caramel sauce onto the tops of the cookies.

Step 11

If desired, sprinkle chopped peanuts over the caramel for added texture and flavor.

Step 12

Allow the caramel to set before serving. Enjoy your Caramel Peanut Butter Cookies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(996.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4614.0

Total Fat 244.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 467.8mg	0%
Sodium 3605.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 563.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.8g	0%
Total Sugars 336.5g
Protein 87.8g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 435.3mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 2183.0mg	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: 45.8%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 46.9%