Description

Indulge in the ultimate cookie experience with these delightful cookie bars! Warm, gooey, and packed with rich flavors, they are the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether for family gatherings or a cozy night in, these bars combine the best of cookies and cake into one irresistible dessert. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite mix-ins, they’re sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire!

Ingredients

Scale

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp baking soda
2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract until fully combined.
In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients while stirring gently.
Fold in chocolate chips carefully to avoid overmixing.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Allow cooling completely before slicing into squares.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square (45g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Substitute chocolate chips with nuts or dried fruit for added flavor. Sprinkle sea salt on top before baking for an extra gourmet touch. For warm cookie bars, microwave individual squares for 10-15 seconds.