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Heat oven to 350 degrees.
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Combine the flour, cocoa, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
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In a mixer, combine the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the egg yolk, milk, and vanilla. Mix until just incorporated.
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Add the flour mixture, mix.
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Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, about an hour.
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Whisk an egg white in a bowl, set aside.
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Place the chopped pecans in another bowl.
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Roll the dough into 1 inch balls and dip into the egg whites, then roll in the pecans.
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Place the balls on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Using a 1/2 tsp. measuring spoon, press an indentation in the middle of each cookie ball to hold the caramel.
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Bake the cookies for about 12 minutes.
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Meanwhile, unwrap about 15 caramels and place them in a bowl with the heavy cream.
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Microwave for about 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until smooth.
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When the cookies are done, re-press the indentation with the measuring spoon and fill the pocket with caramel.
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Let cool, completely.