Crackerjack Cookies
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate sweet and salty snack with these Crackerjack Cookies! Packed with caramel chips, crunchy salted peanuts, and light, airy pieces of crushed popcorn, these cookies are a flavorful twist on a classic treat. Each bite delivers a satisfying balance of buttery softness and textural contrast, making them perfect for everything from family movie nights to casual gatherings. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these cookies come together quickly and are baked to golden perfection in under 12 minutes. Whether you’re a fan of nostalgic flavors or just love creative cookie recipes, these Crackerjack Cookies will quickly become your new favorite dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (softened) unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup (packed) light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup caramel chips
- 0.75 cup (chopped) salted peanuts
- 2 cups (lightly crushed, plain or slightly salted) popped popcorn
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Fold in the caramel chips, chopped salted peanuts, and lightly crushed popcorn using a spatula, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still slightly soft.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your Crackerjack Cookies with a glass of milk or as a sweet treat during movie nights!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 216.1 g | 277% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.1 g | 506% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 3456 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 573.8 g | 209% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 334.2 g | ||
| Protein | 78.0 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 404 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 1560 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
