• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Line an 8×8-inch square baking pan with nonstick foil.

Make the Shortbread:

• Beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
• Add vanilla and salt.
• Add flour and combine. May be crumbly.
• Press into pan and poke with a fork.
• Bake 18 to 22 minutes....want it to brown a bit so will be crispy later! Let cool.

Make the Caramel Layer:

• Microwave the caramels and cream gently until smooth.
• Pour hot caramel on crust and stick in freezer until firm.

Make the Cookie Dough:

• Combine the butter and sugars in a large mixing bowl and beat,
• Add the cream and vanilla,
• Add the flour and salt until incorporated.
• Stir in the chocolate chips.
• Spread the cookie dough on top of the caramel using a spatula to smooth it evenly.
• Freeze again.

Make the Chocolate Glaze:

• In a small bowl, combine the chocolate and butter and microwave on 50% power in 30-second increments until smooth.
• Spread the glaze over the cookie dough layer and freeze until set.
• Cut into bars! freeze really well!!!! Won't last that long......so delish they will be gobbled up! Like what you see? Click on the "pin it" button to pin to pinterest! xo