Skillet Fudge Bars

Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Skillet Fudge Bars—a delightful fusion of soft, chewy layers and rich, gooey chocolate fudge. This recipe combines the nutty sweetness of oats with the decadence of melted semi-sweet chocolate and sweetened condensed milk, all baked to golden perfection in a skillet. Topped with a marbled crust of cookie dough, these bars are easy to make yet deliver a bakery-style treat that’s perfect for sharing. Ready in under an hour, this dessert is ideal for busy weeknights, potlucks, or when you simply crave a homemade comfort food classic. Customize with walnuts for a touch of crunch, or enjoy as is for pure chocolate bliss!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups quick-cooking oats
• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for fudge layer)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for fudge layer)
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over low heat, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

Whisk in the brown sugar and granulated sugar until fully dissolved and combined with the melted butter.

Step 4

Stir in 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and the eggs, one at a time, until the mixture is smooth.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture until incorporated.

Step 6

Fold in the quick-cooking oats and mix completely.

Step 7

Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the bottom of the skillet, reserving the remaining third for topping.

Step 8

In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and 2 tablespoons of butter for the fudge layer. Stir constantly until the mixture is melted and uniform.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and the chopped walnuts, if using.

Step 10

Pour the fudge mixture evenly over the dough in the skillet.

Step 11

Drop small dollops of the reserved dough over the fudge layer to create a marbled effect, leaving some areas of the fudge exposed.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are set.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let cool in the skillet for at least 30 minutes to firm up before slicing into bars.

Step 14

Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1545.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6206.7

Total Fat 282.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 143.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 817.0mg	0%
Sodium 2516.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 880.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.7g	0%
Total Sugars 599.7g
Protein 108.2g	0%

Vitamin D 125.8IU	0%
Calcium 1463.6mg	0%
Iron 26.1mg	0%
Potassium 2777.3mg	0%

*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: 39.1%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 54.2%