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Preheat oven to 375°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until fully combined. Set aside.
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In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Blend in vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
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Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just incorporated.
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Stir in semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips and caramel flavored chips with a spatula until evenly distributed.
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Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing at least 2 inches apart.
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Lightly sprinkle sea salt flakes over each dough mound before baking.
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Bake in batches for 12 to 15 minutes, rotating trays halfway through, until edges are set and centers remain slightly soft.
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Allow cookies to cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.