Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars (Print Version)

Soft, chewy bars loaded with melty chocolate chips—classic cookie flavor with half the effort for a quick homemade treat.

# Ingredients:

→ Cookie Bar Dough

01 - 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
02 - 1 cup brown sugar, packed
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
05 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
06 - 1/2 tsp baking powder
07 - 1/4 tsp baking soda
08 - 1/4 tsp salt
09 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
03 - Add the egg and vanilla extract and whisk until combined.
04 - Stir in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
05 - Fold in the chocolate chips.
06 - Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
07 - Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
08 - Allow to cool completely in the pan before lifting out and slicing into bars.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For extra richness, sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top before baking.
02 - Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans for a nutty twist.
03 - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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