Best 5 Caramel Icebox Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors and textures with our Caramel Icebox Cookies. These delectable treats are a harmonious blend of chewy oatmeal, sweet caramel, and rich chocolate, all wrapped in a crisp, buttery cookie crust. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are incredibly easy to make and require no baking time. Discover the secrets behind this irresistible dessert, along with variations that cater to different dietary preferences, in our comprehensive guide. Embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds tantalized and your sweet cravings satisfied.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ICEBOX COOKIES



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This cookie recipe from my 91-year-old grandmother was my grandfather's favorite. She still makes them and sends us home with the dough so that we can make more whenever we want, I love to make a fresh batch when company drops in. -Chris Paulsen, Glendale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 7 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar. Add egg and vanilla; beat well. Combine dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture. Stir in nuts if desire. , On a lightly floured surface, shape the dough into three 10-in. x 1-in. rolls. Tightly wrap each roll in waxed paper. Freeze for at least 12 hours. , Cut into 3/8-in. slices and place on greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 6-8 minutes. Remove to a wire rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CARAMEL COOKIES



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Buttery and nutty refrigerator cookies made with brown sugar for a caramel flavor.

Provided by ALISA4392

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Refrigerator Cookie Recipes

Time 8h20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup butter, room temperature
2 cups packed brown sugar
3 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time then stir in the vanilla. Sift together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt; blend into the creamed mixture. Mix in the walnuts. Form dough into long roll about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap in waxed paper and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease cookie sheets or line with parchment paper. Unwrap the roll of dough and using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 1/4 inch coins. Place cookies 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 33.4 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 116.3 mg, Sugar 18 g

CARAMEL LATTE ICEBOX CAKE



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Give your barista a break and make this caramel latte-inspired treat instead. With just six ingredients, you'll build an impressive layered dessert that softens and sets up in the fridge as it chills.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 8h25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons instant espresso powder
One 13.4-ounce jar dulce de leche
3 1/2 cups heavy cream
9 chocolate wafer cookies
24 ladyfinger cookies
1/4 cup chocolate-covered espresso beans, lightly crushed

Steps:

  • Whisk together the espresso powder and 1/4 cup hot water in a medium bowl until the espresso powder completely dissolves. Add 3/4 cup of the dulce de leche and stir until well combined.
  • Beat 3 cups of the heavy cream in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed to medium peaks, about 2 minutes. Add the espresso and dulce de leche mixture to the cream and beat to very stiff peaks, about 1 minute more.
  • Arrange the chocolate wafer cookies to make a 9 1/2-by-4-inch rectangle directly in the center of a large, flat serving platter (breaking up 1 of the cookies to fill in any gaps). Spread 1/4 cup of the espresso-dulce de leche cream on top of the cookies. Lay 8 ladyfingers flat across this cream layer and then spread a third of the remaining cream mixture on top of the ladyfingers. Repeat this process 2 more times with the remaining ladyfingers and cream mixture. Use an offset spatula to spread the top layer of cream mixture evenly over the top and down the sides to cover the icebox cake completely. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 8 hours and up to overnight.
  • Once completely chilled, remove the plastic wrap from the cake. Beat the remaining 1/2 cup heavy cream in a medium bowl with an electric mixer (or by hand) to medium peaks. Spread the whipped cream on top of the cake. Microwave the remaining dulce de leche in a small microwave-safe bowl until it is loose enough to drizzle. Drizzle evenly on top of the cake, then sprinkle with the crushed espresso beans.

CARAMEL ICE CREAM



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If you've never tried homemade ice cream before, you're in for a sweet treat! This caramel ice cream is decadent, dreamy, and surprisingly easy to make when you learn along with Betty.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h40m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup sugar
2 cups whipping cream
1 cup milk
3 egg yolks, slightly beaten
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat sugar over medium heat until sugar begins to melt. Stir until sugar is completely dissolved and becomes deep golden brown to amber in color. Remove from heat; gradually stir in 1 cup of the whipping cream (mixture will boil and splatter at first). Heat over low heat, stirring frequently, until any hardened sugar bits dissolve; remove from heat.
  • With whisk, stir in remaining 1 cup whipping cream, the milk, egg yolks, salt and vanilla until well mixed. Cook over medium heat just until mixture comes to a boil, stirring constantly (do not allow mixture to continue to boil or it will curdle). Immediately remove from heat.
  • Pour milk mixture into chilled bowl. Refrigerate uncovered 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until room temperature. At this point, mixture can be refrigerated up to 24 hours before completing recipe if desired.
  • Pour into 1-quart ice-cream freezer and freeze according to manufacturer's directions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 160 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 110 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 1 g

CHERRY-PECAN ICEBOX COOKIES



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During the holiday season, I keep a roll of dough for these crisp cookies in the freezer. It's nice to offer unexpected company a home-baked treat. -Betye Dalton, Tupelo, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 13 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups sugar
1 large egg
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
3/4 cup red and/or green candied cherries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in pecans and candied cherries. , Shape into four 8-in. rolls; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm., Unwrap and cut into 1/8- to 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 7-8 minutes or until lightly browned and edges are set. Cool for 1-2 minutes before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality caramel: The caramel is the star of the show in these cookies, so it's important to use a good one. Look for a caramel sauce that is thick and flavorful.
  • Don't overbeat the dough: Overbeating the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set: The cookies should be slightly soft in the center when you take them out of the oven. They will continue to firm up as they cool.
  • Enjoy the cookies warm or cold: Caramel icebox cookies are delicious warm from the oven, but they're also great chilled. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Caramel icebox cookies are a classic dessert that is easy to make and always a hit. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of delicious cookies that will be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give caramel icebox cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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