Decadent Caramel Peanut Oat Bars

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F. In a bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the melted butter until well combined. Set aside 1 cup of the oat mixture for the topping. Press the remaining oat mixture into a greased 13x9-inch baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly browned.

2. 2

   In a saucepan or microwave, melt the caramels with the heavy cream, stirring frequently until smooth. Sprinkle the chocolate chips and chopped peanuts over the baked oat crust. Carefully pour the caramel mixture over the top, then sprinkle the reserved oat topping over the caramel. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown. Allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into squares.