Oatmeal Carmelitas

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13 pan with foil, grease well, and set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar and baking soda. Stir in butter until well mixed.

Step 3

Press half of the oat mixture into the prepared pan. Top with chocolate.

Step 4

Microwave milk and caramels at 70% power until smooth (about 3-4 minutes), stirring as needed.

Step 5

Pour caramel over the chocolate and crust. Sprinkle remaining oat mixture over top gently pressing to stick. Bake 20-25 minutes.

Step 6

Cool completely before cutting.