Description
These Oatmeal Fudge Bars combine wholesome rolled oats with rich plant-based chocolate and natural ingredients to create a chewy, fudgy, and nutritious treat. Perfect as a snack, breakfast, or dessert, they are simple to prepare, customizable with mix-ins, and deliver comforting flavors with every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons natural gelling agent
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup natural nut butter
- 1/3 cup maple syrup (natural)
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare the dry ingredients: Start by mixing the rolled oats with the natural gelling agent and salt in a large bowl to ensure even distribution before adding the wet ingredients.
- Melt and combine wet ingredients: Gently warm the plant-based chocolate chips with natural nut butter, maple syrup (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), and vanilla extract (natural) in a saucepan over low heat until smooth and well combined.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients: Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the oats and stir well until every oat is coated in that luscious chocolate mixture creating a thick batter.
- Press into the pan: Line a baking dish with parchment paper and evenly spread the mixture, pressing down firmly with a spatula to compact the batter for the perfect bar texture.
- Chill and set: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours to allow the natural gelling agent to activate and the bars to firm up for easy slicing.
- Slice and enjoy: Once set, lift the parchment and transfer the block to a cutting board, slicing into bars of your preferred size for easy serving.
Notes
- Ensure the chocolate mixture is mixed thoroughly with the oats to avoid uneven texture.
- Use quality plant-based chocolate with good cocoa content for richness.
- Compact the bars tightly before chilling to help them hold their shape while slicing.
- Give the bars enough time to set fully for the ideal chewy, fudgy texture.
- Store the bars in an airtight container to maintain freshness and softness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: oatmeal fudge bars, plant-based dessert, chewy bars, vegan snack, nutritious bars
