Light Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
Indulge in the irresistible simplicity of Light Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars, a lighter take on a classic dessert favorite. These cookie bars are soft, chewy, and packed with the rich sweetness of mini chocolate chips in every bite. Made with just a handful of pantry staples like light brown sugar, unsalted butter, and all-purpose flour, this recipe comes together in no time with a quick 15-minute prep and under 25 minutes in the oven. Perfect for serving 12, these bars strike the ideal balance between crisp edges and a gooey center, making them a crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion. Whether you're baking for a casual family dessert or a potluck party, these easy-to-make cookie bars are sure to become your go-to solution for satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup mini chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2
In a medium microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter until just barely melted. Let it cool slightly.
Step 3
Add the light brown sugar and granulated sugar to the melted butter, and whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Step 4
Whisk in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 5
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Step 6
Slowly stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon, being careful not to overmix.
Step 7
Fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
Step 8
Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan, using the back of a spoon or an offset spatula to smooth the top.
Step 9
Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set. Avoid overbaking to maintain a soft, chewy texture.
Step 10
Allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (475.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1993.5 |
| Total Fat 94.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 54.3g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1329.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 284.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 184.9g | |
| Protein 23.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 167.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 349.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories