Uncle Wiggly Bars
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Uncle Wiggly Bars, a decadent treat that strikes the perfect balance between chewy and crunchy. This crowd-pleasing dessert starts with a buttery oat crust, layered with a luscious blend of melted semi-sweet chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, and sweetened condensed milk, creating a rich, velvety filling. For an extra touch of texture, sprinkle optional chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans over the top. Finished with a crumbly oat topping, these bars bake to a gorgeous golden brown in just 25 minutes. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or a sweet snack at home, Uncle Wiggly Bars are delightfully easy to make and deliver big on flavor. Whether you're craving a nostalgic dessert or a new classic to add to your baking repertoire, these bars are sure to satisfy.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.75 cup peanut butter
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2
Melt the butter in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Stir in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, and baking soda. Gradually mix this dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until a crumbly dough forms.
Step 4
Reserve about 1.5 cups of the dough mixture for topping and press the remaining dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
Step 5
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and sweetened condensed milk. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Step 6
Pour the chocolate-peanut butter mixture evenly over the pressed dough base in the baking pan, spreading it gently with a spatula.
Step 7
If using, sprinkle the chopped nuts evenly over the chocolate filling.
Step 8
Crumble the reserved dough over the top of the chocolate layer, allowing some of the chocolate to peek through for a marbled effect.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are set.
Step 10
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting them into squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1275.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5370.7 |
| Total Fat 240.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 99.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 25.3g | |
| Cholesterol 383.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1818.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 723.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 437.7g | |
| Protein 120.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 31.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1345.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3364.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories