Here’s a deliciously easy recipe for No-Bake Salted Caramel Cookies—chewy, buttery, and packed with caramel flavor, all without turning on the oven! Perfect for when you need a quick sweet fix.
No-Bake Salted Caramel Cookies 🍪🧂
Ingredients *(Makes 12-15 cookies)*
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1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
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1/2 cup packed brown sugar
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 cups quick oats (or rolled oats)
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1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
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1/4 tsp salt (plus extra for sprinkling)
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1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
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10-12 soft caramel candies, chopped (or 1/4 cup caramel bits)
Instructions
1. Line a Tray
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Place parchment paper on a baking sheet or tray.
2. Make the Caramel Base
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In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
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Stir in brown sugar, granulated sugar, and milk. Bring to a gentle boil for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
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Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
3. Mix in Dry Ingredients
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Quickly fold in oats, coconut (if using), salt, nuts (if using), and chopped caramel pieces. Stir until fully combined.
4. Form the Cookies
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Drop 1-tbsp scoops onto the parchment paper.
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Lightly press down and sprinkle with flaky sea salt (optional but delicious!).
5. Chill & Set
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Let cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, or refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
Tips & Variations
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Extra gooey: Add more caramel pieces on top before chilling.
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Chocolate twist: Drizzle with melted chocolate or mix in chocolate chips.
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Gluten-free: Use certified GF oats.
These No-Bake Salted Caramel Cookies are buttery, chewy, and irresistibly sweet with a salty kick—ready in minutes! 😍🍯