Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.

Melt ½ cup of butter in a microwave-safe bowl and set aside.

In another bowl, combine 11 oz of caramel bits and ¼ cup of heavy whipping cream and microwave until melted.

Whisk together 1 cup of flour, 1.5 cups of oats, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl.

In the bowl with melted butter, mix 1 cup of brown sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla until glossy. Add dry ingredients gradually.

Press half of the cookie dough into the baking pan and bake for 10 minutes.

Sprinkle chocolate chips over the baked base, pour the melted caramel mixture on top, and crumble remaining dough over it.

Bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown and slightly puffed.

Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.