Brown Sugar Sponge Cookie w/ Chocolate Covered Caramels

Vegetarian
Brown Sugar Sponge Cookie w/ Chocolate Covered Caramels
45 min.
24
50kcal
100%sweetness
25.48%saltiness
3.12%sourness
1.64%bitterness
14.3%savoriness
35.88%fattiness
0%spiciness

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These Brown Sugar Sponge Cookies with Chocolate Covered Caramels are a delicious treat that's perfect for any occasion. With a soft and spongy texture, a hint of lemon zest, and a sweet surprise in the center, these cookies are sure to impress.

The combination of dark brown sugar and double-acting baking powder creates a unique and flavorful cookie dough that's both light and airy. The addition of lemon zest adds a subtle freshness, while the chocolate-covered caramels take these cookies to the next level.

These cookies are incredibly easy to make and only require a few simple ingredients. The stand mixer does most of the work, making the process quick and efficient. Simply beat the egg whites until foamy, add the dry ingredients, and then fold in the egg yolk mixture. Drop teaspoons of the batter onto a baking sheet, top each with a chocolate-covered caramel, and bake until golden.

The result is a delicious and elegant cookie that's perfect for dessert or as a sweet snack. With a soft and spongy texture and a sweet surprise in every bite, these cookies are sure to be a hit with family and friends. So why wait? Impress your loved ones with these Brown Sugar Sponge Cookies with Chocolate Covered Caramels today!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup flour 
  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 cup t brown sugar dark packed
  • large eggs separated
  • 0.1 teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 24  rolos (or other chocolate covered caramels)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • stand mixer

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line baking sheets with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray.In the bowl of a stand mixer on medium speed, beat the egg whites until foamy.
  2. Add the baking powder, salt and sugar and continue beating on medium speed until stiff peaks form.In another bowl combine egg yolks, vanilla and lemon zest, beat with fork until thoroughly mixed. Fold the yolks into the egg white mixture just until combined.Sift the flour over the egg mixture and fold in until the batter is smooth and light. Drop just about 2 teaspoons of batter for each cookie about 2 inches apart onto baking sheets. Top each off with a Rolo in the center and press down lightly.
  3. Bake for 12 minutes or until golden. Cool on the sheets for 5 minutes then move to racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Calories50kcal
Protein8.11%
Fat30.06%
Carbs61.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.96
Glycemic Load
0.98
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.84478260869565%

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
25.48%
Sourness:
3.12%
Bitterness:
1.64%
Savoriness:
14.3%
Fattiness:
35.88%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:49.72kcal
2.49%
Fat:1.67g
2.57%
Saturated Fat:1g
6.27%
Carbohydrates:7.72g
2.57%
Net Carbohydrates:7.62g
2.77%
Sugar:6.09g
6.76%
Cholesterol:16.22mg
5.41%
Sodium:38.83mg
1.69%
Protein:1.01g
2.02%
Selenium:1.9µg
2.71%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
2.05%
Calcium:18.12mg
1.81%
Phosphorus:16.31mg
1.63%
Folate:5.16µg
1.29%
Iron:0.2mg
1.14%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.1%
Source:Foodista