These white chocolate caramel drizzle cookies are a heavenly combination of soft, buttery cookies packed with creamy white chocolate and finished with a luscious caramel drizzle. Perfect for holiday baking, special occasions, or whenever you’re craving a sweet and indulgent treat, these cookies are guaranteed to impress!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Soft & Chewy – A rich, buttery texture with melty white chocolate in every bite.
- Caramel Drizzle – A sweet, gooey caramel topping takes these cookies to the next level.
- Easy to Make – Simple ingredients and no complicated steps.
- Great for Any Occasion – Perfect for cookie swaps, holidays, or as an everyday treat.
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
For the Cookies:
- All-purpose flour
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Unsalted butter, softened
- Brown sugar
- Granulated sugar
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
- White chocolate chips
For the Caramel Drizzle:
- Soft caramel candies (or homemade caramel sauce)
- Heavy cream
Directions
Make the Cookies:
- Preheat the Oven – Set to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients – In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream Butter & Sugar – In a separate large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add Egg & Vanilla – Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine & Fold – Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in white chocolate chips.
- Bake – Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden. Let cool.
Make the Caramel Drizzle:
- Melt Caramel – In a microwave-safe bowl, heat caramel candies with heavy cream in 15-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Drizzle – Using a spoon or piping bag, drizzle caramel over the cooled cookies.
- Set & Serve – Let the caramel set before serving. Enjoy!
Servings and Timing
- Servings: 18-24 cookies
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
Variations
- Salted Caramel Version – Sprinkle sea salt over the caramel drizzle for a sweet-salty combo.
- Nutty Crunch – Add chopped pecans or almonds for extra texture.
- Stuffed Cookies – Place a caramel candy inside each cookie before baking for a gooey center.
- Dark Chocolate Drizzle – Drizzle melted dark chocolate over the cookies along with caramel.
Storage/Reheating
- Refrigerate – Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freeze – Freeze unbaked cookie dough balls for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding an extra 2 minutes.
- Reheat – Microwave cookies for 5-10 seconds for a fresh-from-the-oven taste.
FAQs
Can I use homemade caramel?
Yes! A simple caramel sauce made from butter, sugar, and cream works great.
How do I prevent cookies from spreading too much?
Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to keep cookies thick and chewy.
Can I use white chocolate chunks instead of chips?
Absolutely! White chocolate chunks add bigger pockets of creamy chocolate.
What’s the best way to drizzle caramel?
Use a spoon or fill a piping bag with melted caramel for precision.
Can I make these cookies ahead of time?
Yes! The dough can be refrigerated for up to 2 days before baking.
Do I need to use heavy cream for the caramel?
Yes, heavy cream helps thin the caramel for an easy drizzle.
Can I substitute brown sugar with white sugar?
Brown sugar adds moisture and chewiness, but you can use white sugar if needed.
Can I add cinnamon for extra flavor?
Yes! A pinch of cinnamon enhances the caramel and white chocolate flavors.
How do I keep cookies soft?
Store in an airtight container with a slice of bread to retain moisture.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes! Just make sure to bake in batches so cookies bake evenly.
Conclusion
White chocolate caramel drizzle cookies are a perfect combination of sweet, buttery, and chewy with a delicious caramel finish. Whether for a holiday treat, a cookie swap, or just to satisfy a sweet craving, these cookies will be a hit. Try them today and enjoy every caramel-drizzled bite!
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White Chocolate Caramel Drizzle Cookies Recipe
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 18–20 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Description
These White Chocolate Caramel Drizzle Cookies are soft, buttery, and loaded with sweet white chocolate chips, finished with a luscious caramel drizzle. Perfect for holidays, gifts, or a sweet treat any time!
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup white chocolate chips
For the Caramel Drizzle:
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (optional, for salted caramel flavor)
Instructions
Make the Cookies:
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Cream Butter & Sugars:
- In a large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Fold in White Chocolate Chips:
- Stir in white chocolate chips evenly.
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Scoop & Bake:
- Drop dough by tablespoon-sized balls onto the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Add the Caramel Drizzle:
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Drizzle with Caramel:
- Warm caramel sauce slightly if needed, then drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Sprinkle with sea salt if using.
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Serve & Enjoy!
- Let caramel set before storing or serving.
Notes
- Want extra crunch? Add ½ cup chopped pecans.
- For a richer caramel, make homemade caramel sauce with butter and cream.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.