Description

This Ultimate Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars recipe is the perfect combination of soft, gooey, and indulgent goodness, all packed into a simple-to-make dessert bar. Perfect for sharing, packing in lunchboxes, or enjoying straight from the pan.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup (227g) unsalted butter
1 cup (200g) brown sugar
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs (room temperature)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups (340g) chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
In a large bowl, beat 1 cup (227g) of unsalted butter with 1 cup (200g) of brown sugar and 1/2 cup (100g) of granulated sugar until fluffy – about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in 2 large eggs (room temperature) and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups (280g) of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until well combined but don’t overmix.
Fold in 2 cups (340g) of chocolate chips, saving a handful to sprinkle on top.
Pour the batter into your prepared pan and smooth it out evenly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 20 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Slice into squares once fully cooled.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before baking. Customize with different chocolate chips or add nuts for crunch. Watch the bake time closely to avoid overbaking.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 250
Sugar: 20
Sodium: 125
Fat: 12
Saturated Fat: 7
Carbohydrates: 32
Fiber: 1
Protein: 2

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