Caramel Brownie Cookie Bars

• Vegetarian

• Pasta & Grains

  • 3/4 cup Oats, old fashioned

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 (2 cups milk chocolate chips
  • 1/2 tsp Baking soda
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar, packed
  • 3/4 cup Flour, white
  • 1 package Fudge brownie mix* + ingredients called
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1 bag Wrapped caramels

• Dairy

  • 7 tbsp Butter, unsalted
  • 1/4 cup Heavy cream or whole milk

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Description

Directions

• Generously grease (or line with parchment paper) a 9 x 13 pan. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, prepare the brownies according to package instructions. Bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees F.
• Meanwhile, unwrap the caramels and put in a microwave safe bowl with the heavy cream or milk.
• Microwave in bursts of 30 seconds stirring for 20-25 seconds in between each burst until the caramel mixture is smooth and creamy. Be patient and microwave for short amounts of time to avoid burning the caramel.
• When the brownies are done (they shouldnt be cooked all the way - take them out right at 20 minutes), pour the chocolate chips evenly over the brownies.
• Pour the melted caramel over the chocolate chips.
• In another bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix until well combined.
• Melt the butter and add it to the mixture along with the vanilla. Stir until a good crumble is formed. If the mixture is too wet, add a little bit more flour and if it is too dry, a bit more melted butter.
• Crumble the cookie mixture evenly over the melted caramel and bake for another 13-16 minutes or until golden brown on top.
• Remove and allow to cool and set up for at least 1 hour or you are able to cut clean bars.