Step 1

Preheat oven to 350

Step 2

Combine caramel bits, ⅓ C whipping cream, and vanilla in a small saucepan and melt over medium heat until smooth, stirring constantly. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium-sized bowl, combine dry cake mix with the remaining cream and melted butter. Press ⅔ for the brownie batter into the bottom of a greased 8x8" pan and bake for 6 minutes.

Step 4

Remove from oven and top with chocolate chips followed by the caramel. Crumble remaining brownie batter over the caramel and return to the oven for 15-18 minutes.

Step 5

Cool completely before cutting.