Krispy Chocolate Caramel Bars

1. 1

   Heat oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   Unwrap the caramels.

3. 3

   Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off.

4. 4

   In medium bowl, combine flour and powdered sugar.

5. 5

   Using pastry blender or fork, cut in 1/2 cup butter until crumbly.

6. 6

   Lightly press mixture in ungreased 13X9 inch pan.

7. 7

   Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until light brown.

8. 8

   Meanwhile.

9. 9

   in heavy saucepan melt caramels, half and half and 1/4 cup butter over low heat, stirring constantly.

10. 10

    Spread over baked crust.

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    In medium saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate chips and shortening, stirring constantly.

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    Stir in cereal.

13. 13

    Carefully spread over filling.

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    Cool completely; cut into 36 bars.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.