Elevate your cookie game with these irresistible thumbprint cookies featuring a delightful combination of salted caramel and spicy ginger.
Gather the essentials: all-purpose flour, ground ginger, baking soda, salt, unsalted butter, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, caramel sauce, and sea salt.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, baking soda, and salt. Cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to create an indentation in the center.
Fill each indentation with a dollop of caramel sauce, ensuring not to overfill. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the caramel for a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors.
Chill the cookies in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to prevent spreading during baking and to allow the flavors to meld together.
Bake the cookies in a preheated oven until they are golden brown and set. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve these salted caramel ginger thumbprint cookies as a delightful treat for any occasion. They pair perfectly with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for several days. They can also be frozen for longer storage.