Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

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

Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.

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

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Fold in the diced apples and caramel bits gently into the dough.

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.

Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.