FUDGY OAT BROWNIES

By Lynnab3

Ingredients

• FROSTING:
• 1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 package fudge brownie mix (13-in x 9-in pan size)
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1-1/2 squares (1-1/2 ounces) unsweetened chocolate, chopped
• 2-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar
• 3 to 4 tablespoons hot water
• 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Preparation

Step 1

In a bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Stir in butter until combined. Press into an ungreased 13-in x 9-in x 2-in baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-11 minutes or until puffed and edges are lightly browned.

Meanwhile, prepare the brownie mix according to package directions for cake like brownies. Spread the batter over crust. Bake 25-30 minutes longer or until a toothpick inserted near the center come out clean.

For frosting, in a small saucepan, melt butter and chocolate over low heat; stir until smooth. Remove from heat; immediately stir in confectioners’ sugar, 2 tablespoons water and vanilla until smooth. Add the remaining water; stir until smooth. Immediately spread over brownies. Cool on a wire rack until firm. Cut into bars.