Caramelitas

🌟 Perfect for a Sweet Crowd of 16
🕒 Ready in About 50 Minutes

What You’ll Need:

• A splash of melted butter (¾ cup)
• A cup each of flour and homey old-fashioned oats
• A cozy handful of brown sugar (¾ cup)
• A little baking soda magic (1 tsp)
• A bag of caramels for gooey sweetness
• A dash of heavy cream (½ cup)
• A whole cup of chocolate chips for chocolate lovers

Making the Magic Happen:

1. Get your oven all warmed up to 350°F and make your 8×8 baking dish feel loved with some greasing or parchment paper.
2. In a saucepan, gently melt those caramels with the cream until they’re dreamy and smooth, all the while stirring with love.
3. Grab a bowl and mix up that melted butter, brown sugar, flour, oats, and baking soda until it’s all friendly and combined.
4. Press half of this oaty mixture into your baking dish to make a snug crust.
5. Give it a quick bake for 10 minutes, then pull it out and turn it into a chocolate chip paradise. Pour that silky caramel over the top like a golden blanket.
6. Shower the remaining oat mixture over the caramel like a crunchy, sweet topping.
7. Pop it back in the oven for another 18-20 minutes.
8. Patience is key – let those bars cool down completely before you slice into them.

Slice up these Chewy Caramel and Chocolate Oat Squares and watch them disappear! They’re a hug in every bite. 🍫🍯🥄