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Oat Fudge Bars Recipe

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Deliciously rich and chewy oat fudge bars combining a buttery oat base layered with a creamy semi-sweet chocolate fudge center. These bars provide a perfect balance of textures and flavors, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Oat Fudge Bars

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the bars.
  2. Cream butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, light brown sugar, and white sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, creating the base for your oat bars.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated, ensuring a rich flavor throughout.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, rolled oats, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined to maintain a tender crumb.
  5. Spread bottom layer: Reserve about one-third of the batter. Spread the remaining two-thirds evenly into the prepared baking pan, forming the bottom crust of the bars.
  6. Melt fudge layer: Place the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each until the mixture is about 75% melted. Stir thoroughly until completely smooth and melted.
  7. Pour fudge over crust: Pour the chocolate fudge mixture over the batter layer in the pan. Use a spatula to spread it evenly to the edges, creating a luscious middle layer.
  8. Add top dollops: Drop small spoonfuls of the reserved batter over the fudge layer, distributing them evenly to create a marbled or dotted top finish when baked.
  9. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the bars are golden brown and set.
  10. Cool completely: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares to ensure clean slices and perfect texture.

Notes

  • For easier removal, let the bars cool completely before slicing.
  • You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate based on preference.
  • Use parchment paper with overhang for effortless lifting of the bars out of the pan.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
  • For a nutty variation, add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.

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