Step 1: Preheat the Oven - Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: Prepare the Muffin Tin - Grease a muffin tin with non-stick spray or line it with parchment paper.
Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth, then add the egg.
Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients - In another bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures - Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
Step 6: Fold in Chocolate Chips - Gently fold in chocolate chips.
Step 7: Fill the Muffin Tin - Portion out cookie dough into each muffin cup, filling about halfway.
Step 8: Add the Caramel - Place one caramel in the center of each cup and cover with more dough.
Step 9: Bake - Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
Step 10: Cool and Serve - Allow to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy warm!
