Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

In a separate bowl, beat together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Add in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract until smooth.

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix gently until just combined.

Fold in caramel chips and chocolate chips, being careful to keep the dough light.

Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.

Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top of each cookie dough ball before baking.

Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.

Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.