Fudgy Chocolate Oatmeal Bars

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these decadent Fudgy Chocolate Oatmeal Bars—a perfect marriage of rich, gooey chocolate and buttery oat layers. With a crumbly oat base made from rolled oats, light brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla, these bars are topped with a luscious chocolate filling crafted from semisweet chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and cocoa powder. The final touch is a crumbly oat topping, baked to golden perfection for a delightful crunch. Customizable with optional chopped nuts for added texture, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for indulgent desserts, potlucks, or sweet snack breaks. Ready in under an hour, these bars are irresistible and sure to be a hit with family and friends. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this recipe combines the heartiness of oatmeal with the richness of fudgy chocolate for a treat you’ll keep coming back to.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add the vanilla extract and mix well.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking soda, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to form a crumbly dough.

Step 6

Press two-thirds of the oat mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create an even layer.

Step 7

In a saucepan over low heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk, semisweet chocolate chips, and cocoa powder. Stir continuously until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.

Step 8

Spread the chocolate mixture evenly over the pressed oat layer in the baking dish. If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts over the chocolate layer.

Step 9

Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the chocolate layer, leaving some chocolate exposed for a marbled effect.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy your fudgy chocolate oatmeal bars!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1713.8 grams (1713.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7143

Total Fat 304.20g	390%
Saturated Fat 163.90g	820%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 383mg	128%
Sodium 3016mg	131%
Total Carbohydrate 1068.70g	389%
Dietary Fiber 63.40g	226%
Total Sugars 776.00g
Protein 122.80g	246%

Vitamin D 32IU	159%
Calcium 1777mg	137%
Iron 37mg	207%
Potassium 4791mg	102%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.5%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 57.0%