Easy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with these Easy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars—your go-to recipe for thick, chewy, and perfectly golden treats! Made with pantry staples like butter, sugar, and flour, these cookie bars are studded with melty chocolate chips and can be customized with optional mix-ins like chopped nuts or shredded coconut for a personalized twist. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, they come together effortlessly in a single baking pan, making them perfect for busy weeknights, bake sales, or impromptu sweet cravings. Whether served warm with a scoop of ice cream or enjoyed as an on-the-go snack, these cookie bars promise all the flavors of classic chocolate chip cookies in a decadently easy form.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 170 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 100 grams brown sugar (light or dark)
• 2 count large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 280 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 200 grams chocolate chips (semisweet or milk chocolate)
• 50 grams optional mix-ins (chopped nuts, shredded coconut, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in short intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted. Allow the butter to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Whisk together until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture, and whisk until fully incorporated and smooth.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until a soft dough forms.

Step 7

Fold in the chocolate chips and any optional mix-ins like chopped nuts or shredded coconut.

Step 8

Transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan, and spread it out evenly using a spatula or clean hands.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes.

Step 11

Once cooled, carefully lift the parchment paper (if used) and transfer the cookie slab onto a cutting board. Slice into 12 equal bars, or your preferred size, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1066.3 grams (1066.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4602

Total Fat 236.80g	304%
Saturated Fat 131.80g	659%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 748mg	249%
Sodium 2709mg	118%
Total Carbohydrate 586.70g	213%
Dietary Fiber 24.30g	87%
Total Sugars 349.00g
Protein 62.10g	124%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 397mg	31%
Iron 20mg	112%
Potassium 1279mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.1%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 49.7%