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

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy.

Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined and creamy.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.

Shape the dough into 1-inch balls, flatten slightly, and place a caramel candy in the center, wrapping the dough around it.

Roll each cookie ball in the brown sugar and cinnamon mixture before placing on the baking sheet.

Sprinkle any remaining sugar over the cookies on the baking sheet.

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

Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.