Caramel Macchiato Thumbprints Recipe

Name: Caramel Macchiato Thumbprints
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons instant espresso coffee powder; 1 tablespoon hot water; 1 (17 1/2 ounce) envelope betty crocker sugar cookie mix; 1/4 cup Gold Medal all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, melted; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1 egg; 18 caramels, unwrapped (from 14-oz bag); 2 tablespoons milk; 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; 1 teaspoon shortening

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons instant espresso coffee powder
1 tablespoon hot water
1 (17 1/2 ounce) envelope betty crocker sugar cookie mix
1/4 cup Gold Medal all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 egg
18 caramels, unwrapped (from 14-oz bag)
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon shortening

1
Heat oven to 375u00b0F In large bowl, dissolve coffee powder in hot water. Stir in cookie mix, flour, butter, vanilla and egg until very soft dough forms.
2
Shape dough into 1 1/2-inch balls. On ungreased cookie sheets, place balls 2 inches apart. Using thumb or handle of wooden spoon, make indentation in center of each cookie.
3
Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks.
4
In small microwavable bowl, microwave caramels and milk uncovered on High 1 minute to 1 minute 30 seconds, stirring once, until caramels are melted. Spoon 1/2 teaspoon caramel into indentation in each cookie. Cool 15 minutes.
5
In another small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and shortening uncovered on High 1 minute to 1 minute 30 seconds or until chips can be stirred smooth. Drizzle chocolate over cookies. Let stand about 30 minutes or until chocolate is set.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons instant espresso coffee powder, 1 tablespoon hot water, 1 (17 1/2 ounce) envelope betty crocker sugar cookie mix, 1/4 cup Gold Medal all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Caramel Macchiato Thumbprints falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Caramel Macchiato Thumbprints

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