Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

In a medium bowl mix together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

In a large mixing bowl cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Add in the egg and vanilla paste and mix well.

Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.

Fold in the chocolate chips.

Pour 1 tablespoon of caramel sauce in 3 different locations in the bowls. Take a butter knife and swirl the caramel sauce into the batter.

Drop the cookie batter by round tablespoon or cookie scoop onto a baking sheet at least 2 inches apart.

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the sides begin to brown.

Remove from the oven and sprinkle with sea salt if desired.

Remove to a wire rack and cool completely.