Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars for Effortless Indulgence

Delicious Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars that are easy to make and perfect for sharing or indulging solo.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Batter

1 cup unsalted butter can use salted butter
1 cup light brown sugar dark brown can be used
1 teaspoon table salt sea salt can be substituted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract no substitutes recommended
2 large eggs flax eggs can be used for vegan version
1 teaspoon baking powder can substitute with baking soda
2 cups all-purpose flour gluten-free blend can be used

Optional Enhancements

1 teaspoon espresso powder optional
1 tablespoon butterscotch flavor optional
2 cups chocolate chips can use flavored chips or nuts

Equipment

9" x 13" baking pan
medium saucepan
spatula

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9" x 13" baking pan.
Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over low heat, mixing in 1 cup of light brown sugar until combined. Let cool slightly.
Add 2 large eggs to the mixture one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of baking powder and 2 cups of all-purpose flour; add espresso powder if using. Mix until just combined.
Fold in 2 cups of chocolate chips or desired mix-ins.
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan.
Bake for 30-32 minutes until the top is shiny and golden, watching the center.
Cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cool completely before cutting for perfect chewy texture. Adjust baking times based on pan color.

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