Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line the baking sheet(s) with parchment and set aside.

In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the butter, sugar and brown sugar. Cream until smooth.

Add in the egg and vanilla. Mix until combined.

Add in the baking soda, salt, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, ginger, cardamom and flour. Mix thoroughly - scraping the sides often and mixing again.

Fold in the diced apple pieces and caramel bits just until distributed. Do not overmix at this step.

Using a small ice cream scoop or two spoons, scoop out the dough and place on your prepared baking sheets at least 2 inches apart.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden brown.

Allow to cool.