Caramel Layer Squares

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Grease and flour a 13 x 9-inch pan. Combine in heavy saucepan the first 2 ingredients. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until caramels are melted.
3. 3
   Keep warm. Combine in a large bowl the remaining ingredients except chocolate pieces. By hand, stir until dough holds together. Press half the dough into pan.
4. 4
   Reserve remaining dough for topping. Bake at 350° for 6 minutes. Sprinkle chocolate pieces over baked crust. Spread caramel mixture over all.
5. 5
   Crumble reserved dough over caramel mixture. Bake 15 to 20 minutes. Cool completely.
6. 6
   Makes about 3 dozen bars.