Place the caramels in the top of a double boiler with the heavy cream. Heat slowly until fully melted. Stir to ensure even melting. Set aside and keep warm.
Mix flour, oatmeal, brown sugar (all), melted butter, baking soda and salt in a bowl. Mix with your hands to ensure all dried ingredients are covered in butter.
Reserve one cup of this mixture for topping later.
Bake at 350 F for 10 minutes. Remove from oven.
Sprinkle with chocolate chips.
Pour melted caramel on top.
Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture on top, breaking into small pieces with your fingers.
Bake at 350 F for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown on top.
Let cool and cut into squares.
Pack up this first batch for Nic. Repeat to make a second recipe for everyone else.