Caramel Oatmeal Bars

Prep Time:

10 min

Cook Time:

30 min

Total Time:

40 min

Servings:

8-10

Made with rich and decadent flavors, Caramel Oatmeal Bars is the perfect recipe for when you’re entertaining a crowd. The combination of wholesome oats, creamy caramel, and smooth chocolate make an irresistible dessert or snack.

Ingredients

3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup King Arthur White Wheat Flour (You can use whatever flour you prefer – this is what I like)
1 cup Quaker® Oats-Old Fashioned
1 tsp baking soda
14 oz bag of caramel squares – unwrapped
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
6 oz milk chocolate chips
1 ½ tbsp sticks of butter – melted (3/4 cup – don’t use substitutes)

How to make it

1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, flour, oats and baking soda.
2

Pat half of the oatmeal mixture into the bottom of an 8×8 baking pan.
3

Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
4

Meanwhile, place unwrapped caramels and whipping cream in a heavy saucepan and melt over medium-low heat. Stirring frequently.
5

When smooth, set aside.
6

When oat mixture has finished cooking, remove from the oven.
7

Sprinkle with chocolate chips, pour caramel sauce over the top, and finally sprinkle with the remaining oatmeal mixture.
8

Bake at 350°F for 18-20 minutes – until edges begin to brown.
9

Cool completely before serving.