Chocolate Carmellitas

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (325 degrees for dark-coated metal pan).

2. 2

   Position a rack in lower third of the oven.

3. 3

   Spray the bottom only of a 13x9-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.

4. 4

   Or you can line the pan with aluminum foil.

5. 5

   In a medium mixing bowl mix the brownie mix, oats, and melted butter with a wooden spoon until just blended and all dry ingredients are moistened.

6. 6

   Press half of mixture evenly into prepared pan.

7. 7

   Stir miniature chocolate chips into remaining mixture; set aside.

8. 8

   In a medium saucepan set over low heat combine the caramels and the sweetened condensed milk, stirring until melted and smooth.

9. 9

   Pour caramel mixture over prepared crust and sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.

10. 10

    Bake in preheated oven 28-30 minutes or until topping is firm to the touch.

11. 11

    Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.

12. 12

    Cut into bars.

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