Chocolate Caramel Crunch Bars

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I got this recipe from my mom's old cookbook. I am sure it was something my grandma used to make. i will be making these for my christmas baking trays.

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Steps

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Heat caramels and water over low heat , stirring often until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth.

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Preheat oven to 350f.

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Mix flour , oats , brown sugar , margarine , baking soda and salt.

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Reserve 1 cup for the topping.

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Press remaining ingredients into a ungreased 9x13-inch pan.

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Bake 10 minutes.

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Sprinkle chocolate chips over baked layer , drizzle with caramel mixture.

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Sprinkle remaining reserved mixture on top.

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Bake until lightly brown about 15 minutes.

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Cool slightly.

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Cut into 2x1-inch bars.

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Ingredients

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kraft caramels, water, all-purpose flour, quick-cooking oats, brown sugar, margarine, baking soda, salt, semi-sweet chocolate chips