Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and get two baking sheets ready by lining them with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together with a hand mixer or stand mixer until smooth and creamy.

Mix in the egg and vanilla extract, keeping the mixer on low speed until everything is just combined.

Using another bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt together. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing slowly until a soft dough forms.

Gently fold the chocolate chips and chopped caramel pieces into the dough, ensuring they’re spread evenly throughout.

Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each one.

Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden while the centers remain soft.

After removing the cookies from the oven, let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!