No-Bake Salted Caramel Cookies are the ultimate quick-fix dessert—chewy, sweet, and kissed with just the right amount of salt to balance the rich caramel flavor. Made with pantry staples and zero oven time, these cookies come together in under an hour, making them perfect for last-minute cravings, holiday trays, or easy weekend treats.
These cookies combine the deep sweetness of brown sugar and caramel with the comforting texture of old-fashioned oats. A splash of vanilla and a hint of salt round out the flavor profile, while a final sprinkle of flaky sea salt adds that irresistible sweet-and-salty finish. The result is a chewy, satisfying cookie with a gooey caramel bite and a soft, tender texture.
The beauty of this no-bake recipe is its simplicity. Just a quick cook on the stovetop, a mix, a scoop, and a chill—and you’ve got a batch of crowd-pleasing cookies with minimal effort. They firm up nicely in the fridge but still keep their melt-in-your-mouth chewiness.
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Perfect for lunchboxes, dessert platters, or gifting, these cookies also make a great base for personalization. Want extra flair? Add chocolate chips, chopped pecans, or drizzle with dark chocolate. However you serve them, they’re sure to become a no-bake favorite.
Yield: 20 cookies
Total Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- Flaky sea salt, for topping
Instructions:
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