CARAMEL-CHOCOLATE OAT SQUARES

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In the summer, we often have weekend guests who go boating with us. These sweet, chewy bars are the perfect treat to take along. Since I can use my microwave to prepare a batch, I don't have to heat up the oven--and my kitchen. -Kellie Ochsner, Newton, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup butter, cubed
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 cups quick-cooking oats
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
24 caramels
1/4 cup milk
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, heat butter, uncovered, on high for 20-30 seconds or until softened. Combine flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and salt; stir into butter until blended. , Set a third of the mixture aside for topping. Press remaining mixture onto the bottom of an 8-in. square microwave-safe dish. Cook, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until crust is raised and set (crust will be uneven), rotating a half turn after each minute. , In a 1-qt. microwave-safe dish, heat the caramels and milk, uncovered, on high for 1 minute or until melted and smooth, stirring every minute. Sprinkle chips and nuts if desired over crust. Pour caramel mixture over all. , Sprinkle with reserved oat mixture; press down lightly. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-3 minutes or until the caramel is bubbly, rotating a quarter turn every minute. Cool before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

MR GAMIN AKASH
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I can't wait to try different variations of this recipe, like adding nuts or dried fruit.


kopila limbu
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These squares are a great way to use up leftover oats.


Rikop Rikop
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I love how these squares are so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly.


alishba zeeshan
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These squares are the perfect size for a snack or dessert.


Mr Roshan Kumar
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The oats give these squares a nice crunch.


Amer Aouf
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The chocolate chips add a nice touch of richness to these squares.


Angelo Jones
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I love the gooey caramel center of these squares.


Prince MUNYAKA
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These squares are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Rajendra pd. pokhrel
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I made these squares for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Daniel Daher
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These squares are the perfect balance of sweet and salty. The caramel is sweet and gooey, while the oats and chocolate add a salty crunch.


Hemed Ali
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I love how easy these squares are to make. I just threw all the ingredients in a bowl and mixed them together. No need for any fancy equipment or techniques.


Fahim Foisal
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These caramel chocolate oat squares were a hit with my family! They're easy to make and so delicious. The caramel is gooey and rich, the chocolate is decadent, and the oats add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making these again.