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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Fudge Bars

Healthy Fact of the Day

Oats provide soluble fiber that supports heart health and sustained energy. Peanut butter adds protein and healthy fats, making these indulgent bars more satisfying and filling than standard desserts.
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Fudge Bars

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Fudge Bars

Recipe by Daily Disher

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Fudge Bars layer chewy peanut butter oat crust and crumble topping around a decadent chocolate fudge center for an irresistible bar cookie experience.

Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
5.0 from 1 vote
Servings

16

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

25

minutes
Calories

300

kcal

45

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 cup butter

    • 1 cup brown sugar

    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter

    • 1 cup all-purpose flour

    • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

    • 1/4 teaspoon salt

    • 1 cup rolled oats

    • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

    • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk

    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

    Directions

    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
    • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, then mix in vanilla and peanut butter.
    • In another bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt together, then gradually add to the creamed mixture, mixing well.
    • Stir in the rolled oats until just combined, then press about two-thirds of the mixture into the prepared pan.
    • For the fudge layer, melt chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and unsalted butter in a microwave or double boiler.
    • Pour and spread the fudge mixture evenly over the crust layer, then crumble the remaining oat mixture on top.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until edges are golden brown and the top is set.
    • Once baked, let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into squares.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 300kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    These Peanut Butter Oatmeal Fudge Bars bring the best of multiple dessert worlds to your Sweet Sundae with layers of chewy peanut butter oat base, silky chocolate fudge center, and crumbly oat topping. The combination creates an incredible contrast of textures and flavors—salty-sweet peanut butter meets rich chocolate in every bite. They’re perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or simply satisfying that craving for something truly indulgent.

    5.0 from 1 vote

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