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Move over Starbucks, I have a yummy treat that is going to knock your socks off. These Oatmeal Fudge Bars are a copycat of the Starbucks fan fav, and they are way cheaper to recreate a whole batch at-home.
Why you’ll love these Oatmeal Fudge Bars:
- They are vegan
- They have healthier alternatives to traditional baking ingredients
- They’re easy-to-make
- They taste just like the Starbucks version
- Make in just over 30 minutes
Maria Koutsogiannia
Maria is the creator of FoodByMaria and your go-to Greek food expert for cozy, flavor-packed recipes. Inspired by her Mediterranean roots, she brings traditional Greek flavors, feel-good ingredients, and a whole lot of joy to everyday cooking.
What is the best vanilla extract to use?
There is nothing I could emphasize more than the importance of using a good quality, pure vanilla in your baking. You CAN taste the difference between the real thing and the cheap stuff. I like to use Simply Organic’s Pure Vanilla Extract because it’s high-quality and makes everything I put it in taste amazing. Their Vanilla Extract is made from premium Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Beans and has no GMOs, sugar, or fake color or flavor.
Real vanilla has complex flavoring and research has shown that there are hundreds of flavor components in a vanilla bean that is next to impossible to recreate. Imitation vanilla is usually a weak solution or naturally or artificially derived vanillin. Although vanillin is the most prominent of the flavors in a vanilla bean, it is only one of more than 200. No imitation vanilla comes close to competing with the pure, real thing like Simply Organic’s and it does seriously make your baking taste SO MUCH BETTER.
Simply Organic also ensures they source their vanilla in the best way. In recent years, extreme volatility in the global vanilla market caused several problems for farmers, their families, and communities. To help stabilize these conditions, Simply Organic joined a group of companies working with nonprofit organizations and the local vanilla industry to ensure their vanilla beans are grown and handled the right way, using ethical and sustainable practices.
How do you make Oatmeal Fudge Bars?
This is a simple recipe that even a novice baker can pull off. Here’s the deal on how to make it:
- Preheat the oven to 350F and line an 8X8 baking sheet with parchment. Set aside
- To a large mixing bowl, add the butter, sugar and vanilla
- Using a wooden spoon or hand mixer combine the ingredients till completely smooth and silky
- Add in the vegan egg and combine. Set aside
- To a small pot, add all the fudge ingredients and heat on low heat till combined (whisk occasionally to avoid burning)
- To the 8X8 pan, add half your oat mixture and flatten
- Pour over the fudge mixture evenly and crumble with the other half of the oat mixture
- Bake for 25-30 minutes. You don’t want to overbake so your fudge is still nice and soft once cooled
- Enjoy!
Other sweet treats you’ll love:
- Vegan Pumpkin Bread
- Vegan Apple Crumble
- Pecan Coffee Cake
- Plant-Based Carrot Cake
- Vegan Brownie Muffins
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Ingredients
For the Oatmeal:
- ½ cup vegan butter, room temperature
- ¾ cup white sugar
- 1 tbsp. Simply Organic Vanilla Extract
- 1 vegan egg, 1 tbsp. ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp. warm water combined
- 1 ½ cup quick-cooking oats
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp sea salt
For the fudge:
- ¾ cup condensed coconut milk
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
- 2 tsp. vegan butter
- 1 ½ tsp Simply Organic Vanilla Extract
Instructions
Start Cooking- Preheat the oven to 350F and line an 8X8 baking sheet with parchment. Set aside.
- To a large mixing bowl, add the butter, sugar, and vanilla. Using a wooden spoon or hand mixer combine the ingredients till completely smooth and silky. Add in the vegan egg. To the same mixing bowl, add the oats, the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Stir till combined. Set aside.
- To a small pot, add all the fudge ingredients and heat on low heat till combined. Whisk occasionally to avoid burning.
- To the 8X8 pan, add half your oat mixture and flatten. Pour over the fudge mixture evenly and crumble with the other half of the oat mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes. You don’t want to overbake so your fudge is still nice and soft once cooled.
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These turned out absolutely delicious – chewy and sweet – and were so easy to make. Thank you for this recipe, I’ll be making it again and again.
ARENT THESE THE BEST
Where to buy condensed coconut milk? Or do you make your own? Thanks!
I got mine from the “let’s do organic” brand!
These are to die for! I don’t have an oven, so I made them in my toaster oven! 25 minutes at 310°F and they’re perfect.
YESSSSS THIS MAKES ME SO HAPPY
These are very easy to make and so delicious – making them a perfect afternoon snack!
I did notice that the instructions don’t mention adding the oats though and I almost missed adding them in!
Thanks for another great recipe.
Thank you so much for flagging that!! Those have been added now!
Making these bars for the seventh time!
Always an instant hit with whoever I share them with and yes, I always share. They are too good not to! They mix together so easy with standard pantry items. Best fudge oat bars ever!!
Thanks Maria!
SO GLAD YOU LOVE THEM!!!
Oh my goodness! What a joyful experience today. Thinking of travel and one day seeing my family again. This was such a wonderful way to spend my morning. All ingredients were in the pantry and it came together so well. Will definitely be skipping the line at Starbucks and making my own fudge bars from now on. Thank you Maria:)
Question… do they freeze well??
Yes! They do! Just pop them into a tightly sealed container or bag and then thaw before eating!
AH -MAZING!!! I’ve made this recipe so many times because it is so so delicious! Comes together really easily and satisfies any chocolate craving….you seriously cannot eat just one!! Thanks so much for all of your vegan delicious recipes xo
I am so glad you love this recipe!!! JAZZED!!
OMG. Just made a batch and… I have no words.
These are incredible!!!
GAH!!!! I am so glad you loved these, T! Aren’t they just the best!
So, I had one of these and I almost divorced my husband!!!!! ;)))
hahahah, Yes, brenda, I love this energy!
OMG these look so good!