Vegan Caramel-Stuffed Double Chocolate Cookies
Rich double chocolate cookies with gooey vegan caramel hidden inside. Soft, chewy, and finished with a sprinkle of sea salt for the ultimate indulgence.
Servings: 16 cookies
Calories: 205kcal
Ingredients
For the cookies
- 2 tbsp ground flax seed
- 6 tbsp water
- 1/2 cup vegan butter Earth Balance or similar
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 8 tsp-sized pieces vegan caramel about 16 cookies, 1 caramel per cookie
- sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Mix flax seed and water in a small bowl; set aside.
- Melt vegan butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Stir in brown sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla. Add flax mixture and stir again.
- Add cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Add flour and chocolate chips. Stir until just combined (do not overmix).
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheet. Press one caramel piece into each, then cover with a little extra dough and seal edges. Grease fingers lightly if dough is sticky.
- Sprinkle with sea salt. Bake 9–10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Enjoy warm for gooey centers!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Wire rack
Notes
These are best enjoyed slightly warm for gooey caramel centers. To reheat, warm briefly in the microwave. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 2.2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3.1g | Sodium: 118mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 2.3g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1.8mg