Chocolate Caramel Cookie Bars

How do I prevent my caramel cookies from becoming too hard?

Why are my cookies not spreading?

How do I make my cookies chewy on the inside but crispy on the outside?

Can I use store-bought caramel for my cookies?

The cookies have turned out to be quite flat. What did I do wrong?

How do I stop the caramel from sinking to the bottom of the cookie?

Can I add extras to my caramel cookies?

What type of sugar should I use for caramel cookies?

Can I freeze the cookie dough for later use?