Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and melted butter until evenly mixed.

Press half of the oat mixture firmly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.

Meanwhile, place the unwrapped caramels and heavy whipping cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until smooth.

Remove the crust from the oven and immediately sprinkle the milk chocolate chips evenly over the warm crust.

Carefully pour the warm caramel mixture over the chocolate chips.

Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the caramel layer, gently flattening some pieces with your hands to create even coverage.

Bake the Carmelita Recipe for another 12–15 minutes, just until the topping turns lightly golden.

Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing for clean layers.