Caramelitas

Ah Memorial Day is here, time for the pool to open, summer to start, and a big family BBQ. This Memorial Day my mom and I were in charge of desserts for our family's dinner. The first dessert we made is called Caramelitas, and it was a huge hit with our family! (plus it was super easy to make)

Caramelitas

Ingredients:
1 cup plus 1 Tablespoon all-purpose flour, divided
1 cup quick-cooking oats
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 jar (12 1/4 oz) caramel ice cream topping
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Directions:
In a bowl combine 1 cup flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. 
Stir in butter; mix well.
Press into a greased 13 in by 9 in baking pan.
Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes or until set
Sprinkle with chocolate chips.
Combine caramel topping with remaining flour until blended; drizzle over chips
Sprinkle with nuts.
Bake 20-22 minutes longer or until bubbly. 
Cool completely, cut into bars
Yield: 3 dozen

*We only put nuts on half of the dessert

Happy Memorial Day everyone!

♥ The Westward Wives