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Oatmeal Fudge Bars

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 9 bars
Calories 250
Deliciously rich oatmeal bars with a creamy fudge layer, perfect for a sweet treat.

Ingredients

Dough and Base

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 egg room temperature egg
  • 1 cup old fashioned oats
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk (about half a 14 oz can)
  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment.
  • Beat butter and sugars until fluffy, then add vanilla and egg.
  • Mix oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; combine with wet ingredients.
  • Divide dough in half; press one half into the pan. Make fudge layer by melting condensed milk, chocolate chips, and butter; stir in salt and vanilla.
  • Spread fudge over cookie base, crumble remaining dough on top, then bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.

Notes

Allow bars to cool completely before slicing for clean edges.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Keyword: chocolate, fudge, Oats