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!
Oatmeal Caramelitas
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
Mix flour, oats, sugar, soda, salt and butter. Press half of the mixture into a 11X7 pan and set the other half aside. (I used a 9X13 and it still works fine, but is just a little thinner.) Bake at 350 for about 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven.
Sprinkle with chocolate chips.
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.
