Caramel Almond Cranberry Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries, chopped
• Coarse sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
7. Use the bottom of a glass to gently press down on each cookie to flatten slightly.
8. Sprinkle each cookie with coarse sugar.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
10. Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes.
11. Top each cookie with a dollop of caramel sauce, then sprinkle with sliced almonds and chopped cranberries.
12. Allow caramel to set before serving.