Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9x9 baking dish with parchment paper and set it aside.

Step 2

Place unwrapped caramels and the evaporated milk in a small saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring constantly so the caramels do not burn, until the caramels are completely melted, and the mixture is evenly smooth (5 to 7 minutes).

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, stir together brownie batter ingredients.

Step 4

Spread two-thirds of the brownie batter into the lined baking dish.

Step 5

Spread the caramel mixture over the brownie batter. Dollop it across the top so that you are not spreading the caramel down into the brownie batter.

Step 6

Dollop the remaining brownie batter over the top of the caramel.

Step 7

Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips over the top of the hot brownies.

Step 8

Allow to cool completely before cutting.