Ingredients

  • 1 (14 ounce) package Kraft caramels (about 48 caramels)
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups quick-cooking oats
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup melted margarine
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (6 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips

Method

  • Heat caramels and water over low heat, stirring often until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix flour, oats, brown sugar, margarine, baking soda and salt. Reserve 1 cup for the topping. Press remaining ingredients into a ungreased 9x13-inch pan.
  • Bake 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips over baked layer, drizzle with caramel mixture.
  • Sprinkle remaining reserved mixture on top. Bake until lightly brown about 15 minutes.
  • Cool slightly; cut into 2x1-inch bars.