Smoky Mountain Toffee Cookies

Indulge in the irresistible combination of sweet, smoky, and salty with these Smoky Mountain Toffee Cookies. Perfectly soft and chewy, these cookies are packed with rich toffee bits, melty dark chocolate chips, and a tantalizing touch of smoked sea salt that sets them apart from your average treat. Made with a buttery, brown sugar-laden dough and an optional crunch of pecans, these cookies boast a depth of flavor that's both comforting and sophisticated. With just 20 minutes of prep time, they’re ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth or impressing guests at your next gathering. Don’t forget the finishing sprinkle of smoked sea salt for a gourmet touch that’ll make these cookies unforgettable!

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, packed light brown sugar
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon smoked sea salt
• 1.5 cups toffee bits
• 1 cup dark chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans (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, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Gently fold in the toffee bits, dark chocolate chips, and chopped pecans (if using).

Step 7

Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop 1.5-tablespoon portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and the centers look just set.

Step 9

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Sprinkle a pinch of smoked sea salt over the cookies while they are still warm for an extra smoky flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1233.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5493.0

Total Fat 276.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 159.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 740.0mg	0%
Sodium 5528.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 700.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.2g	0%
Total Sugars 413.7g
Protein 71.8g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 522.0mg	0%
Iron 34.3mg	0%
Potassium 2021.6mg	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: 44.7%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 50.2%