Description
These Lazy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are an easy and comforting dessert perfect for any occasion. With a simple mix of classic cookie ingredients baked in one pan, they deliver the rich flavor and gooey texture of chocolate chip cookies in convenient bar form. Ready in just 40 minutes, these bars are an effortless treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-Ins
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for even baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Stir together until the sugars begin to dissolve into the butter, creating a smooth mixture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Crack the eggs into the bowl along with the vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated for a uniform batter.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agent and salt throughout the batter.
- Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the bars tender.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Add the chocolate chips and fold them into the batter evenly, making sure they are well distributed throughout the dough.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray. Spread the batter evenly into the dish, smoothing the top for uniform thickness.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 24 squares for serving.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is fully melted but not hot to prevent cooking the eggs when mixing.
- Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added to maintain soft, tender bars.
- Letting the bars cool completely before cutting helps achieve clean, neat slices.
- You can substitute chocolate chips with chunks or your favorite nuts for variation.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
