Gluten free chocolate chip cookie bars

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If you’re craving the warm, gooey comfort of a cookie with the ease of a bar, these Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are just what you need. Perfectly soft in the center with golden crisp edges, these bars are a no-fuss dessert that brings all the chocolate chip cookie flavor without the hassle of scooping dough. They’re ideal for sharing—or not! Best of all, they’re made with simple gluten-free ingredients that keep them chewy and rich.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed

  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 1/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)

  • 1/2 tsp baking soda

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts or more chocolate chips on top

  • Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

    2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.

    3. Add in the egg and vanilla, whisking until combined.

    4. Stir in the gluten-free flour, baking soda, and salt until just mixed—don’t overmix.

    5. Fold in chocolate chips (and nuts, if using).

    6. Spread the dough evenly in the prepared pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.

    7. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are okay).

    8. Cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before lifting out and slicing into bars.

    9. Tips:

      • For extra gooey bars, slightly underbake.

      • Store in an airtight container at room temp for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.

      Enjoy warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a tall glass of cold milk!

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