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Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Deliciously chewy and chocolatey cookie bars that are easy to make and perfect for sharing. These bars combine the classic flavors of soft butter, brown sugar, and semisweet chocolate chips baked to golden perfection in a single pan, making them an ideal treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until combined. Set this mixture aside for later use.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and packed brown sugar. Continue beating until the mixture is light and fluffy, which usually takes about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed butter and sugar mixture, beating well after each addition to incorporate fully. Then, stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing the dough.
  6. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough using a spatula or wooden spoon.
  7. Prepare for Baking: Transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly. Use a spatula to smooth the surface for uniform baking.
  8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The edges should turn golden brown, and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean when done.
  9. Cool and Slice: Let the cookie bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve.

Notes

  • For thicker bars, use a smaller pan or slightly increase baking time.
  • You can substitute half of the semisweet chocolate chips with nuts for added crunch.
  • Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and better texture.
  • Store the cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free baking blend.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/chocolate-chip-cookie-bars-recipe/