Fudge Nut Bars

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Indulge in the rich, chocolatey decadence of these Fudge Nut Bars—a heavenly fusion of chewy oatmeal cookie crust and luscious fudge filling. Perfectly balanced with the nutty crunch of chopped walnuts and a buttery crumb topping, these bars are a treat for any occasion. Easy to make with pantry staples like oats, brown sugar, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, this dessert comes together in under an hour, making it an ideal option for bake sales, holiday trays, or afternoon snacks. The gooey fudge center, highlighted with sweetened condensed milk and a touch of vanilla, will satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings, leaving you with dessert bars that are as irresistible as they are beautiful. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these bars are the perfect crowd-pleasing recipe to add to your baking repertoire!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 25 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 24 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups brown sugar (packed)
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups quick-cooking oats
• 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for fudge filling)
• 1 cup walnuts (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for fudge filling)

📝 Instructions

13 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup unsalted butter and 2 cups brown sugar until fluffy and well combined.

3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until fully combined.

5. Fold in the oats until evenly distributed. Set aside 1 1/2 cups of the oat dough for later use as a topping.

6. Press the remaining oat mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the base layer.

7. In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, and 2 tablespoons butter over low heat. Stir frequently until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.

8. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the chopped walnuts and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

9. Pour the chocolate fudge filling over the pressed oat crust and spread it evenly with a spatula.

10. Crumble the reserved oat dough over the fudge layer to create a crumb topping.

11. Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown.

12. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 24 squares.

13. Serve and enjoy your decadent Fudge Nut Bars!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (95.5g)

Calories		406
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		18.9 g	24%
	Saturated Fat	9.6 g	48%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		46 mg	15%
Sodium		165 mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate		56.5 g	21%
	Dietary Fiber	2.8 g	10%
	Total Sugars	36.7 g
Protein		6.4 g	13%
Vitamin D		0.3 mcg	1%
Calcium		76 mg	6%
Iron		1.7 mg	10%
Potassium		163 mg	3%

*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: 4093 cal (40.4%%)

Protein: 617 cal (6.1%%)

Carbs: 5425 cal (53.5%%)