#Irresistible Cookie Bars for Every Sweet Tooth
##Introduction
For a sweet treat that’s a bit different from regular individual cookies, try these delicious cookie bars! Perfectly gooey and loaded with chocolate chips, they’re sure to become your go-to dessert.
##Why Make This Recipe
This recipe combines the best parts of a cookie and a brownie. The result is a heavenly sweet treat that’s crispy on the outside and soft, chewy, and chocolatey on the inside. Plus, making cookie bars is quicker and easier than baking individual cookies, since you don’t have to worry about spacing them out on baking sheets.
##How to Make Irresistible Cookie Bars
##Ingredients:
– 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1/2 tsp baking powder
– 1/2 tsp baking soda
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
##Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract; mix well.
4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
7. Spread the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
9. Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
10. Slice into bars and serve.
##How to Serve Irresistible Cookie Bars
These cookie bars can be served warm or at room temperature. They’re perfect as a dessert or sweet snack and go great with a glass of milk or a scoop of ice cream on the side.
##How to Store Irresistible Cookie Bars
Keep your cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh for up to one week.
##Tips to Make Irresistible Cookie Bars
– Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
– Don’t overmix the batter, as it can result in a tougher texture.
– Be careful not to overbake the cookie bars to keep them soft and gooey.
##Variation (if any)
You can easily customize these cookie bars with your favorite add-ins. Try adding chopped nuts, white chocolate chips, or M&M’s for a fun twist!
##FAQs
1. **Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?** Yes, but reduce the additional salt to 1/4 teaspoon to prevent the bars from being too salty.
2. **What kind of chocolate chips should I use?** Semi-sweet chocolate chips are perfect for these cookie bars, but you can use whatever kind you prefer!
3. **Can these cookie bars be frozen?** Absolutely! Make sure the bars are completely cooled before wrapping them tightly in plastic wrap and then placing them in a zip-top freezer bag. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. To serve, thaw the bars at room temperature.