Get ready to transform your kitchen into a heavenly bakery with these irresistible Dulce de Leche Cookies that promise to be your new obsession! Imagine biting into a soft, golden cookie with swirls of rich, creamy caramel that literally dance on your taste buds. These aren't just cookies; they're a magical experience that combines the classic comfort of American baking with the luxurious sweetness of dulce de leche. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this recipe will have you creating bakery-worthy treats that will make everyone beg for your secret recipe!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dulce de leche
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the two large eggs, one at a time, to the butter and sugar mixture. Make sure to beat well after each addition. Then, add the teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Once the dough is well combined, gently fold in the dulce de leche using a spatula or wooden spoon. You want to create swirls of dulce de leche throughout the dough, rather than fully incorporating it.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
- Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, store the dulce de leche cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy your delicious homemade cookies!
Tips
- • Keep your butter at room temperature for the perfect creamy texture • Don't overmix the dough - this ensures soft, tender cookies • Create beautiful dulce de leche swirls by gently folding, not stirring • Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes • Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to help them set • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness • For extra indulgence, drizzle additional dulce de leche on top after cooling • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for even more flavor development
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 40mg
