Here’s a classic and ultra-easy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars recipe — soft, chewy, buttery, and loaded with melty chocolate chips. No scooping, no chilling, just spread and bake!
🍫 Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Recipe
Ingredients:
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1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, melted
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1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
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½ cup (100g) white sugar
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2 large eggs
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2 tsp vanilla extract
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2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
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Optional: flaky sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth.
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Add in the eggs and vanilla, whisking until fully combined.
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Stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt just until no dry spots remain — don’t overmix.
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Fold in the chocolate chips.
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Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan. (Tip: use a spatula or slightly wet fingers to smooth the top.)
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Press a few extra chocolate chips on top for a bakery-style look.
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Bake for 22–28 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
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Optional: Sprinkle with flaky sea salt while warm.
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Let cool in the pan for 15–20 minutes before slicing into bars.
📝 Notes:
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For gooey bars, underbake slightly and let them finish setting while cooling.
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Swap chocolate chips with chopped nuts, white chocolate, or peanut butter chips if desired.
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Keeps well for up to 4 days in an airtight container.
