Sure! Here’s a recipe for delicious no-bake salted caramel cookies:
Ingredients:
For the cookies:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 cups quick oats
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the salted caramel:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions:
For the salted caramel:
- Prepare the caramel:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar, stirring constantly with a heat-resistant rubber spatula or wooden spoon. The sugar will form clumps and eventually melt into a thick, amber-colored liquid as you continue to stir. Be careful not to burn it.
- Once the sugar is completely melted, add the butter. The mixture will bubble rapidly. Stir the butter into the caramel until it is completely melted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Slowly drizzle in the heavy cream while stirring. The mixture will bubble again. Allow the mixture to boil for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in the sea salt. Allow to cool slightly before using. You can make this ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator.
For the cookies:
- Prepare the cookie base:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, and milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture comes to a rolling boil. Let it boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
- Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the oats and salt, stirring until fully combined.
- Shape the cookies:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drop spoonfuls of the oat mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon to form cookie shapes.
- Add the caramel:
- Once the cookies are shaped and slightly cooled, drizzle the prepared salted caramel sauce over each cookie. You can be generous with the caramel depending on your preference.
- Set the cookies:
- Allow the cookies to cool and set at room temperature or place them in the refrigerator for faster setting.
- Serve and enjoy:
- Once the cookies are set, they are ready to be enjoyed. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
Tips:
- Consistency: If your cookies are too soft, try cooking the sugar mixture a little longer to reach a thicker consistency before adding the peanut butter and oats.
- Caramel Storage: Extra salted caramel can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Warm it slightly before using it if it becomes too thick.
Enjoy your no-bake salted caramel cookies!
