VIRAL Gochujang Caramel Cookies 🔥 (Is It Any Good?)

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate bars

Dark chocolate has less sugar and adds richness.

caramel sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade caramel

💰Cheaper: toffee bits

Homemade caramel can be healthier and more flavorful.

pecans

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts are a healthier nut option and sunflower seeds are more economical.

In a mixing bowl, add 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter and 2 tablespoons of dark brown sugar.

Add 1 heaping tablespoon of gochujang to the mixture and mix until incorporated.

Add 7 tablespoons of unsalted softened butter and 1 cup (200 g) of white granulated sugar to the bowl.

Crack in 1 large egg and mix until combined.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, then mix again.

Pour in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract and incorporate all ingredients until well mixed.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda and mix it in.

Gradually add 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, mixing until a dough forms.

Chill the dough in the fridge for 15 minutes.

Prepare a baking tray with parchment paper.

Swirl the gochujang into the dough without fully emulsifying it, leaving streaks.

Using a cookie scoop, portion the dough onto the prepared baking tray.

Place the tray in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 10-13 minutes.

After about 11 minutes, check the cookies; they should be golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

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