Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Recipe
These Melt-in-Your-Mouth Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars combine the classic flavors of chocolate chip cookies with the convenience of bar form. Soft, chewy, and packed with semi-sweet chocolate chips, they are perfect for any occasion—easy to make and delightfully satisfying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Wet 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
Dry Ingredients
- 2¼ cups (280g) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
Add-ins
- 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the cookie bars after baking.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, then whisk again until the mixture is fully incorporated.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually mix these dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon. Stir just until no streaks of flour remain to avoid overmixing, which can make the bars tough.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout without breaking them up.
- Press Into Pan: Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Use your hands or a spatula to smooth the surface so the bars bake uniformly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 28–32 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean or with just moist crumbs, but not wet batter.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the cookie bars to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes. This cooling time helps the bars set, making them easier to cut into neat squares without crumbling.
Notes
- For even easier removal, line the pan with parchment paper that extends over the edges to create handles.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep the bars tender and soft.
- Using melted butter helps give these bars a rich, dense texture.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
- If you prefer, swap the semi-sweet chocolate chips for dark, milk, or white chocolate for variation.
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