Orange Chocolate Cookie Bars

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Orange Chocolate Cookie Bars—where zesty citrus meets rich, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate. These cookie bars feature a heavenly combination of freshly grated orange zest and a splash of orange juice, perfectly balanced with decadent semi-sweet chocolate chips for a sweet, tangy treat. With a soft, buttery texture and golden-brown edges, these bars are as easy to make as they are to devour, coming together in just 45 minutes from start to finish. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or as a midday snack, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a dessert brimming with bold flavor and homemade charm. Perfect for lovers of citrus desserts and chocolate treats, these Orange Chocolate Cookie Bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 115 grams Unsalted butter, softened
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 50 grams Light brown sugar, packed
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Orange zest (from 2 medium oranges)
• 190 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 175 grams Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons Orange juice (freshly squeezed)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add the vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice, mixing until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Fold in the chocolate chips gently using a spatula.

Step 7

Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake for 23-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

Step 9

Allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cool, carefully lift them out using the parchment paper overhang and cut into 16 squares.

Step 10

Serve and enjoy your Orange Chocolate Cookie Bars! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	831.9 grams (831.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3272

Total Fat 152.00g	195%
Saturated Fat 91.50g	458%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 623mg	208%
Sodium 1213mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 470.10g	171%
Dietary Fiber 17.50g	63%
Total Sugars 295.80g
Protein 44.60g	89%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 162mg	12%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 521mg	11%

*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: 39.9%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 54.9%