So yummy – you’ll be asked to make these for every occasion!

- For the Cookies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 egg, separated
- 2 tablespoons half and half or light cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups finely chopped pecans
- Sea salt for garnish
- For the Caramel Filling:
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter