Fudge crumble bars
Fudge crumble bars are a beloved dessert bar featuring a buttery, crumbly oat or shortbread base and topping with a rich, gooey chocolate fudge layer in the middle. They are a popular homemade treat across North America, often associated with potlucks, bake sales, and comfort food. The recipe typically combines flour, butter, sugar, oats, and chocolate or cocoa for the fudge filling.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These bars are high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from sugar, butter, and chocolate, with a modest amount of protein from the oats and flour. A typical serving (one bar) provides roughly 250-350 calories, along with some iron and a small amount of fiber from the oats.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 52 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 32 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 70 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 IU |
| Vitamin C | 1 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.5 mg |
Per 1 bar (approx. 80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Fudge crumble bars are a classic example of 'bar cookies' or 'traybakes,' a format that emphasizes ease of preparation and serving for gatherings. Nutritionally, they offer a quick energy boost from their simple carbs and fats, making them a popular, albeit indulgent, comfort snack rather than a nutrient-dense food.
