For the Cookies – 2½ Cups All Purpose Flour – 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda – ½ Teaspoon Baking Powder – ½ Teaspoon Salt – 1 Box Instant Apple Cider Mix (8 Pouches) – 2  Sticks  Unsalted Butter, Room Temperature   8oz or 1 Cup – 1 Egg, Room Temperature – 1 Egg Yolk, Room Temperature – 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract – ½ Cup Granulated Sugar – ¾ Cup Light Brown Sugar, Loosely Packed – 11-14 oz Bag Soft Caramel Candies, Unwrapped