Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
• Gradually add flour to the butter mixture and blend until crumbly dough forms.
• Press the dough evenly into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
• Remove from oven and sprinkle caramel bits evenly over the warm crust. Pour sweetened condensed milk over caramel.
• Return to oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until caramel is melted.
• Remove pan from oven and sprinkle chocolate chips on top. Let sit for 5 minutes, then spread chocolate evenly.
• Allow bars to cool completely in the refrigerator before cutting into squares.