Oatmeal Carmelitas

This is a recipe that I got when I was a Girl Scout in 5th or 6th grade from a girl in my troop whom I couldn’t stand. I loved the treats she brought in and I desperately wanted the recipe. I hated to ask her for it but am so glad I did since it’s still a favorite of mine.
- Kathy

INGREDIENTS

Crumb Mixture

1 cup flour
1 cup rolled oats
¾ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup butter, melted

Topping

1 cup chocolate chips
¾ cup caramel ice cream topping
3 tablespoon flour
½ cup chopped nuts

INSTRUCTIONS

Combine crumb mixture ingredients. Put half of crumb mixture in a 9-inch square pan. Save the rest for the top. Bake the crust at 350° F for 10 minutes.

Combine the topping mixture in a bowl and then pour over crust. Sprinkle remaining crumbs over caramel topping. Bake at 350° F for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Chill bars for easy cutting.