Chocolate Caramel Walnut Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350° F. Grease an 8-inch square pan.
2. 2
   In a large bowl or stand mixer, cream together the butter and brown sugar. until light and fluffy Add the eggs and vanilla and mix well.
3. 3
   Add the flour, baking soda, graham cracker crumbs, and salt and mix until the batter just comes together.
4. 4
   Fold in the chopped toasted walnuts.
5. 5
   Press the batter into your prepared pan in an even layer.
6. 6
   To make the caramel, melt together the butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Bring the mixture to a boil and remove from the heat.
7. 7
   Immediately pour the caramel over the batter in the pan and smooth it to an even layer with a spatula.
8. 8
   Bake the bars for 20 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove from the oven and while still hot, sprinkle the chocolate chips over the top of the bars. Allow to melt for a few minutes, using a spatula to spread the chocolate into an evenly melted layer.
10. 10
    Let the bars cool fully before slicing and serving.