1 German chocolate cake mix
1 pkg. caramels
1 stick butter
3/4 c. milk chocolate chips
1/2 c. milk
1 c. pecans

Mix the cake mix as directed on package. Pour half of the batter into a greased 13 x 9 pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt the caramels and butter in the milk.

Pour caramel mixture over top of cake when removed from oven. Sprinkle with the chocolate chips and the pecans. Dot the leftover batter over top of cake. Return to oven at 250 degrees for 20 minutes, then turn oven to 350 degrees for 15 minutes.