Chewy, chocolatey goodness layered with oats and caramel. Ooh my!
If someone’s going to tell me that a National Caramel Day exists, then I’m going to celebrate it in full force! And that’s exactly what these mouthwatering Carmlitas are for. They’re the perfect way to celebrate this food holiday!
One of my favorite parts of these bars is the crumbly topping. It adds just the right amount of texture to the chewiness inside. Yum!
Carmelitas are a must make! Just look at that shiny caramel. I can’t even explain how good these are. A dream for any caramel lover!
Carmelitas
Ingredients
- 2 c. oats
- 2 c. flour
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1 1/2 c. butter melted
- 1 1/2 c. brown sugar
- 1 jar Mrs. Richardsons butterscotch caramel sauce Try to get this exact kind! It makes a huge difference in texture and flavor.
- 1 bag milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Combine oats, flour, baking soda, melted butter, and brown sugar.
- Press half the mixture in the bottom of a greased 9x13 pan. Bake 15-17 minutes at 325°.
- Sprinkle baked cookie layer with entire bag of chocolate chips; pour butterscotch caramel sauce over the chocolate chips.
- Sprinkle remaining oats mixture over the top of the sauce and chocolate chips to cover. Bake 15-17 more minutes.
- Cool completely before cutting. I like to make them the night before so they have plenty of time to cool and set up.
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Crunchy Coconut Caramel Popcorn from Jamie Cooks It Up!
Salted Caramel Sauce from Like Mother Like Daughter
Lightened up Coconut Caramel Ice Cream Pie from Happy Food Healthy Life
Homemade Snicker Bars from Butter with a Side of Bread
Chocolate Caramel Pecan Pastry from Summer Scraps
Lightened up Coconut Caramel Ice Cream Pie from Happy Food Healthy Life
Carmelitas from Cupcake Diaries
Quick Microwave Caramel Sauce from Real Mom Kitchen
Frozen Caramel Crunch Torte from Creations by Kara
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Yvonne [Tried and Tasty] says
I love Caramelitas! They remind me of when I was younger, around Christmastime my best friends mom would make these every year. They are sooooo good, and remind me of her every time I see them!
Alli says
Yay! I love food that reminds me of my childhood.
Rosalind Bootle says
Wow, thank you so much for sharing this recipe they look incredible! Can’t wait to try this out 😀
xoxo
Alli says
You’re welcome, Rosalind! They’re pretty darn amazing. (I love your name, by the way!)
Ashlee says
Mmmmm these look SOOOO good! I’ve never had caramelitas and now I think that needs to change!
Alli says
They’re so yummy! Yes, definitely try them soon!
Laura says
Caramelitas are a family favorite.
Alli says
Ours too! I just got a text from my brother-in-law that he ate one for breakfast. ha! They’re so good.
Valerie says
I have these in the oven right now, but I am wondering about the butter. One and a half cups seems like a lot. Did you you mean one and a half sticks? Just wondering! I will see how they turn out. Can’t wait, they are one of my favorite cookies!
Valerie says
Never Mind, these are amazing! And addicting…
Alli says
I’m glad you got it all figured out and that you like them!!