Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

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Chocolate chip cookies are my go to desserts, so it is only right that I make them into bar form. The warm gooey center and melty chocolate gets me everytime. There truly isn’t any thing more nostalgic than a warm slice of these chocolate chip cookie bars.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Ingredients:

• Butter: Provides richness and flavor.
• Brown Sugar & Granulated Sugar: The combination adds sweetness, moisture, and a slight caramel note.
• Egg & Vanilla Extract: Essential for binding the ingredients and adding flavor.
• Flour, Baking Soda, and Salt: The base ingredients for structure and texture.
• Chocolate Chips: The star of the show! They add gooey pockets of chocolatey goodness to every bite.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Preparation:

1. Melted Butter: Melting the butter gives the bars a tender texture and creates that signature melt-in-your-mouth quality.
2. Sugar Ratio: The blend of brown and granulated sugars contributes to a soft and chewy texture while enhancing the caramel flavor.
3. Proper Mixing: Carefully folding in the flour mixture ensures a well-incorporated batter without overmixing, which can lead to tough bars.
4. Baking Time: It’s crucial not to overbake the bars to retain their soft and chewy texture. They’ll continue to set as they cool.

FAQs:

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted butter?
You can, but it’s better to use unsalted butter to control the overall saltiness of the bars.

Can I freeze these bars?
Yes, they freeze wonderfully! Allow them to cool completely, then wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container in the freezer.

Cookie Bar Mix-Ins

• White Chocolate: Add some white chocolate chips or chunks
• Sprinkles: Choose your favorite sprinkles to make these bars festive
• Peanut butter chips: what a great addition!

Tips and Tricks:

• Room Temperature Ingredients: Using eggs and butter at room temperature helps them incorporate evenly into the batter.
• Mix-ins: Get creative! Add nuts, dried fruits, or different types of chocolate chips for variety.
• Line the Pan: Using parchment paper makes it easier to lift the bars out of the pan and slice them neatly.

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• Oat Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
• Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

Print Recipe

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted buter, melted
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cup all purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 1/2 cups chocolate morsels

Instructions

• Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
• Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well combined and smooth.
• Add Egg and Vanilla: Add the egg and vanilla extract, whisking until fully incorporated.
• Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
• Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
• Spread Batter: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared 8×8-inch baking pan, using a spatula to smooth the top.
• Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
• Cool and Slice: Once done, remove the pan from the oven and allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and slice them into squares or bars.