Description
These chocolate chip cookie bars are soft, chewy, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, perfect for gatherings or a simple weekday treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2¼ cups (280g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Whisk the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together in a large bowl until you achieve a smooth mixture.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the bowl, whisking until the mixture is fully combined.
- Mix the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda in a separate bowl.
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, mixing just until no streaks of flour remain—be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they spread evenly throughout the dough.
- Transfer the dough into your prepared pan, smoothing the surface with your hands or a spatula.
- Bake for 28–32 minutes or until the top looks lightly golden, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs, not wet batter.
- Let the cookie bars cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
For added flavor, sprinkle sea salt on top before baking or mix in some nuts.