Oatmeal Caramelitas

By TrayH

By now you probably know that I really like caramel...and when there is chocolate involved too....even better! This is one of my favorite desserts - it's simple and absolutely delicious!

Ingredients

• 1 cup flour
• 1 cup quick oats (I only had regular oats and they work just fine too!)
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 3/4 cup caramel topping
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup butter, melted
• 3 Tbsp flour

Details

Adapted from butterwithasideofbread.com

Preparation

Step 1

* Mix flour, oats, sugar, soda, salt and butter.

* Press half of the mixture into a 11X7 pan and set the other half aside.

* Bake at 350 for about 8-10 minutes.

* Remove from oven.

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* Sprinkle with chocolate chips.

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* Warm up caramel topping in the microwave for about 30 seconds, just enough to make it a little runnier and easier to pour.

* Blend the caramel topping with the 3 tablespoons of flour until well mixed and then drizzle over the chocolate chips.

* Sprinkle the rest of the oat mixture evenly over the top and then bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

* Cool before slicing and serving.