Delicious Salted Caramel Heart Blossoms for Valentine's Day

Looking for the perfect sweet treat to impress your loved one this Valentine’s Day? These Salted Caramel Heart Blossoms are not just any cookies; they’re a delightful combination of rich chocolate and gooey caramel that will melt hearts. Imagine surprising your partner with these beautiful, heart-shaped cookies decorated with a sprinkle of sea salt. They’re simply irresistible!

Valentine’s cookies don’t get much better than this. Each bite of these heart blossoms offers a symphony of flavors, from the luscious salted caramel center to the soft, chocolatey exterior. Whether you’re baking for a romantic dinner or a fun gathering with friends, these cookies are guaranteed to be a hit.

Heartfelt Treats for Your Sweetheart

Delicious heart-shaped cookies with salted caramel centers, garnished with sea salt, perfect for Valentine

These Salted Caramel Heart Blossoms are soft, chewy cookies filled with a decadent salted caramel center. The contrast of the rich chocolate cookie with the sweet and salty filling creates a taste that’s both indulgent and comforting.

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Shape the Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Make the Indentation: Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, create a small indentation in the center of each cookie. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes.
Add the Caramel: Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately fill each indentation with a teaspoon of salted caramel sauce. Return the cookies to the oven for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Cool and Sprinkle: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Once cooled, sprinkle lightly with sea salt.