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Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Irresistibly Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars for Nostalgia

These Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars combine nostalgia and flavor, making them a beloved dessert for all ages.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda essential for achieving perfect texture
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt enhances flavor
  • 0.75 cups Unsalted Butter room temperature
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar can swap with coconut sugar
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar reduce for less sweet
  • 2 large Eggs or use flax egg for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure vanilla for best results
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips mix dark and milk for a fun twist
  • 0.5 cups Chopped Pecans (optional) or walnuts for nut-free

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream together ¾ cup of unsalted butter, ½ cup of brown sugar, and ½ cup of granulated sugar.
  4. Add in 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
  5. Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips and ½ cup of chopped pecans.
  7. Spread the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookie bars in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 1 week. For freezing, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.

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