Fudgy Oatmeal Bars

Indulge in the irresistible charm of Fudgy Oatmeal Bars, a dessert that combines wholesome rolled oats with a luscious, gooey chocolate center. These bars are the perfect blend of soft, chewy, and crunchy, thanks to a buttery oatmeal crust and crumbly topping. The rich chocolate filling, made with semisweet chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk, melts into every bite, while optional chopped nuts add a delightful layer of texture and nutty flavor. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a bake time of 25 minutes, these bars are an easy yet decadent treat for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing dessert or a satisfying midday snack, these homemade fudgy oatmeal bars are sure to impress. Perfectly portable and packed with flavor, they’re destined to be your new go-to sweet recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 14 ounces Sweetened condensed milk
• 2 cups Semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir until well mixed.

Step 3

Pour the melted butter into the oat mixture and stir until the mixture forms a crumbly texture.

Step 4

Press half of the oat mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Set the remaining oat mixture aside for later.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Remove the chocolate mixture from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and chopped nuts (if using).

Step 7

Pour the melted chocolate mixture evenly over the oat crust in the pan, spreading it out with a spatula.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture evenly over the chocolate layer, gently pressing it down with your hands or the back of a spoon.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden brown.

Step 10

Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into 16 squares.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy your fudgy oatmeal bars. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1668.4 grams (1668.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7432

Total Fat 403.50g	517%
Saturated Fat 228.50g	1143%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 652mg	217%
Sodium 3007mg	131%
Total Carbohydrate 899.50g	327%
Dietary Fiber 58.10g	208%
Total Sugars 615.60g
Protein 119.40g	239%

Vitamin D 32IU	159%
Calcium 1770mg	136%
Iron 35mg	196%
Potassium 4462mg	95%

*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: 47.1%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 46.7%