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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

A delightful twist on traditional chocolate chip cookies, offering a thick and gooey texture in a shareable format.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter Melted and slightly cooled for the best texture.
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar Adds moisture and richness to the bars.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar Balances the sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 2 large eggs Essential for binding the ingredients together.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Provides a delightful aroma and depth of flavor.
  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour The main structure component of the bars.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor profile.
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda Helps the bars rise and become fluffy.
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips The star ingredient that adds indulgent chocolatey goodness.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your 9×13-inch pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal later on.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add in the eggs along with vanilla extract, whisking again until everything is well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually stir this dry mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined—be careful not to overmix.
  4. Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough, ensuring every bite is packed with chocolatey goodness.
  5. Spread the dough evenly into your prepared pan using either your hands or a spatula to smooth out the surface before baking.
  6. Bake for 28–32 minutes or until you see a lightly golden top and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
  7. Let the bars cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before cutting them into squares. This cooling period allows them to set properly, maintaining their shape when sliced.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

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