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Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and cover baking trays with parchment paper.
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In another mixing bowl, toss together the flour, salt, ground cinnamon, and baking soda. Slowly mix it into your wet dough until it just comes together.
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Beat the butter, sugars, and vanilla until fluffy and creamy. Mix in the egg until smooth.
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Carefully stir in the nut pieces (if you're using them) and the apple chunks.
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Drop spoonfuls of dough on the lined pans, spacing them out a couple of inches. Let them bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are a light golden color.
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Let the cookies cool down on the baking tray for 5 minutes. Move them to a rack to cool fully. Add caramel drizzle on top, and sprinkle sea salt if you'd like.