Caramel Stuffed Ginger and White Chocolate Cookies (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cookie Base

01 - 225g unsalted butter, room temperature
02 - 100g caster sugar
03 - 200g dark brown sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 2 medium free-range eggs
06 - 450g plain flour
07 - 1 teaspoon baking powder

→ Spices

08 - 2 teaspoons ground ginger
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - ¼ teaspoon ground allspice

→ Mix-ins and Filling

11 - 350g white chocolate chips
12 - 1 jar store-bought caramel (like Carnation)

# Instructions:

01 - Using an electric mixer with paddle attachment, beat butter and both sugars for about 5 minutes until light and creamy, scraping bowl occasionally.
02 - On low speed, mix in vanilla and eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
03 - Add flour, baking powder, and spices to bowl. Mix on low until just combined. Fold in white chocolate chips.
04 - Using a cookie scoop or weighing 125g portions, flatten each dough ball into a disc. Shape into cups, fill each with 1 tablespoon caramel, then carefully seal dough around filling.
05 - Place shaped cookies on lined baking tray, cover with cling film, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
06 - Preheat oven to 170°C. Space cookies 2 inches apart on lined trays. Bake 15-16 minutes until golden with crisp edges.
07 - Let cookies cool on tray for 5 minutes before moving to wire rack. Can be enjoyed warm!

# Notes:

01 - Perfect for holiday cookie boxes
02 - Best served warm for gooey caramel centers
03 - Dough can be chilled overnight for better flavor