Step-by-Step Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
• In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugar for about 3-4 minutes.
• Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract.
• Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• Gently fold in the caramel chips (and chocolate chips if using) into the dough.
• Drop dollops of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each scoop.
• Sprinkle flaky sea salt over each mound of dough before placing the sheets in the oven.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the centers appear slightly soft.
• Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.