Pecan Pie Thumbprint Cookies

Make the cookies: In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla, then add flour mixture, beating on low until combined. Preheat oven to 350°.  Roll dough into 1” balls. Place them 2” apart on baking sheet and use your thumb to press a small divot into each ball.  Bake until edges of cookies are golden, 13 to 14 minutes. Make filling: In a small saucepan, combine butter, corn syrup, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, and stir constantly until thick, about 2 minutes.  Fold in pecans. Spoon filling into each cookie and let cool.  Drizzle with caramel before serving.