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Chewy Leftover Candy Bar Cookies Recipe with Gooey Caramel and Chocolate

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These chewy cookies combine leftover candy bars with gooey caramel and rich chocolate for a nostalgic, comforting treat that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups chopped leftover candy bars (e.g., Snickers, Milky Way)
  • Optional: sea salt flakes for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes with an electric mixer.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped leftover candy bars gently to keep chunks intact.
  7. Drop dough balls about 2 tablespoons each onto the prepared baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart. Sprinkle sea salt flakes on top if desired.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
  9. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

Use softened butter, not melted, to trap air for a fluffier texture. Do not overmix after adding flour to avoid tough cookies. Chop candy bars into chunks for gooey pockets. Slightly underbake for chewy centers. Chill dough for 30 minutes if cookies spread too much. Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking.

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Keywords: chewy cookies, leftover candy bars, caramel cookies, chocolate cookies, easy cookies, potluck dessert, nostalgic cookies

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