Ingredients

  • 1 pkg. (14 ounce.) caramels (about 48)
  • 1/3 c. water
  • 2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 2 c. quick-cooking oats
  • 1 c. melted butter
  • 1/2 tbsp. baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pkg. (6 ounce.) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 c. packed brown sugar

Method

  • Heat caramels and water over low heat, stirring frequently, till caramels are melted and mix is smooth.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Mix flour, oats, brown sugar, butter, baking soda and salt.
  • Reserve 1 c. mix for topping.
  • Press remaining mix in ungreased rectangular pan, 9 x 13 inches.
  • Bake 10 min.
  • Sprinkle baked layer with chocolate chips; drizzle with caramel mix.
  • Sprinkle with reserved crumbly mix.
  • Bake till light brown, about 15 min.
  • Cold slightly.
  • Cut into bars.