Description

These cookies combine a delightful crunch from crushed caramel ice cream cones with a chewy, buttery cookie base, making them an irresistible snack perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup (150g) packed brown sugar
¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup crushed caramel ice cream cones (about 4–5 cones)
Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped nuts

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar with an electric mixer or hand whisk until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding gently until just combined.
Fold in the crushed caramel cones and optional chocolate chips or nuts if using.
Drop rounded tablespoon-sized spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden brown but centers still look slightly soft.
Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use softened butter for best creaming results. Crush caramel cones unevenly about the size of chocolate chips for ideal texture. Chill dough for 15 minutes if cookies spread too much. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Let cookies cool on baking sheet before transferring to maintain crispness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 140
Sugar: 12
Fat: 7
Carbohydrates: 19
Protein: 1.5

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