Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

🍪 Cookie Chip Cookie Bars: Your New Obsession in Bar Form

Prepare your heart (and your sweet tooth)—these cookie bars are about to become legendary.

 

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Let’s be real: sometimes you want all the cookie vibes without the fussy drop-scoop-drop routine. Enter these cookie chip cookie bars—a chewy, chocolate-studded pan of pure joy that’s equal parts nostalgic and next-level. Imagine gooey milk chocolate chips nestled in a pillowy blanket of brown-sugary dough, baked until the edges are just golden-brown perfection. Every square is a sumptuous bite of buttery comfort, with the kind of chew that makes you pause mid-conversation and mutter, “Wait… did you taste that?”

There’s something delightfully rebellious about pulling out a 9×13 pan instead of a tray of cookies. No more burnt bottoms or half-baked middles—just uniform, fudgy goodness from corner to corner. These bars are the ultimate hostess win (because who has time to roll dough these days?), the instant crowd-pleaser, and the dreamy midnight snack that’ll have you whispering sweet nothings to your oven mitt.

Whether you’re gearing up for a bake sale, surprising the office, or simply treating yourself because you deserve it, these cookie bars are your backstage pass to dessert stardom. So, grab your whisk, line that pan, and let’s bake some memories—bar by glorious bar.

Are you looking for something delicious? Chocolate chip cookie bars are here to save the day! This recipe is so easy to make and make these incredible tasting cookie bars. You can make this ahead or even freeze it for a later date.

The truth is that I love the cookie bar more than the single cookie. You can throw everything into the pan and wait a few minutes.  Then you have a pan of yummy cookies!

I served them at Sunday dinner and they were a big hit! Actually, my grandson handed one through the fence to our neighbor and he gave it two thumbs up as well!

 

 

Cookie Chip Cookie Bars

INGREDIENTS

•  2 cups flour
•  1 tsp. salt
•  1/2 tsp. baking soda
• 1/2 tsp. cornstarch
•  1 1/2 sticks of butter,  melted and then cooled to room temperature
•  1 c. packed brown sugar
•  1/2 c. sugar
•  1 large egg
•  1 large egg yolk
•  2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 2 cups milk chocolate chips

Cookie Chip Cookie Bars

DIRECTIONS

1. Adjust oven rack to lower-middle position. Preheat oven to 325° F. Line a 9″ x 13″ baking pan with heavy-duty foil, letting the excess hang over the edges of the pan on the long sides of the pan. Lightly spray the foil-lined pan with non-stick spray.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, corn starch, and baking soda; set aside.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and sugar until combined. Add egg, egg yolk, and vanilla, and whisk until well combined. With a rubber spatula, fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture. When about half-way combined, add chocolate chips and continue to fold until just combined. Do not over mix.
4. Transfer mixture to prepared pan. This will be very thick. Press evenly into pan using the spatula and/or your fingertips.
5. Bake for about 25 to 28 minutes or so, or until the top is light golden brown and slightly firm to the touch. For the chewiest bars, do not over bake.  Remove pan to cool to room temperature. Lift bars from pan using the foil overhangs. Transfer to cutting board and cut into squares with a knife

 

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Calorie Count

Baking is an act of love, but it’s also nice to know what you’re biting into. We’ve broken down the numbers so you can indulge with confidence. This recipe yields about 24 generous bars (yes, they’re that good).

Serving Size	Calories
1 Cookie Chip Cookie Bar	~220 kcal

Pro Tip: If you prefer smaller bites, slice into 32 squares; each will be roughly 165 calories. Doing dessert math never tasted so sweet.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Nutritional Facts

Here’s the lowdown on what each 220-calorie bar brings to your table. Remember, these are approximate values—actual numbers will vary based on your exact ingredients:

Nutrient	Amount per Bar
Total Fat	12 g
Saturated Fat	7 g
Trans Fat	0 g
Cholesterol	40 mg
Sodium	120 mg
Total Carbohydrates	27 g
Dietary Fiber	1 g
Sugars	17 g
Protein	3 g

• Total Fat: The butter and brown sugar team up to give you that tender crumb and satisfying chew.
• Carbs & Sugars: Yes, they’re indulgent—and yes, every sweet moment is worth it.
• Protein: A modest boost from the egg, because we believe cookies should have at least a little muscle.

 

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Cooking Tips

Elevate your bar game from “nice” to “oh my gosh”—with these insider nuggets:

• Preheat and prepare: Line your 9×13 pan with heavy-duty foil, letting the edges overhang for easy bar-lifting later. A quick spritz of nonstick spray on the foil means pristine edges every time.
• Don’t overmix: Once you fold in the flour mixture, stop. Overworking the dough develops gluten and leads to tougher bars—not the soft, tender bites you crave.
• Chill the dough (optional): If you’ve got an extra 15 minutes, pop the mixed dough in the fridge. Chilling traps air pockets and helps prevent spreading, yielding a slightly thicker, fudgier bar.
• Watch the bake time: Aim for 25–28 minutes—edges should be golden, top still slightly soft. Underbaking by a minute or two creates the richest, chewiest center.
• Cool completely: Patience is torture here, but cooling lets the bars set up so they slice neatly. If you’re starving, a 10-minute window still delivers delightfully warm bites.
• Mix your chips: Milk chocolate is classic, but dark, semi-sweet, or white chocolate chips each bring their own magic. Feel free to toss in chopped nuts or swirled caramel bits.
• Keep it level: Press the thick dough evenly into the pan with a spatula or your fingertips. This ensures uniform baking and consistent bar height.
• Invest in a good knife: A sharp chef’s knife or a plastic bench scraper (wiped clean between cuts) yields clean squares without dragging dough.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Recipe Variations

Why stop at chocolate chips when the world of cookie bars is your playground? Here are some fun riffs to try:

1. Double Chocolate Delight
   • Swap ½ cup flour for ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder.
   • Stir in 1 cup dark chocolate chips for extra intensity.
2. Peanut Butter Swirl
   • Dollop ½ cup creamy peanut butter on top of the pressed dough before baking.
   • Use a knife to swirl PB into the batter for peanut-buttery ribbons.
3. S’mores Bar Remix
   • Sprinkle 1 cup mini marshmallows and ½ cup crushed graham crackers on top during the last 5 minutes of baking.
   • Add a handful of dark chocolate chunks before the final bake.
4. Berry Lemon Bliss
   • Fold in 1 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
   • Zest a lemon into the dry mix for subtle citrus notes.
5. Mint Chocolate Chip
   • Add 1 tsp peppermint extract to the wet ingredients.
   • Mix in 1½ cups dark or semi-sweet chips.
6. Salted Caramel Crunch
   • Drizzle salted caramel sauce over bars as soon as they come out of the oven.
   • Finish with flaky sea salt for a sweet-salty contrast.
7. Coconut Almond Dream
   • • Replace ½ cup of flour with ½ cup almond flour.
   • Stir in ½ cup shredded coconut and ½ cup sliced almonds.
   • Espresso Infusion
   • Dissolve 1 tbsp instant espresso powder in 1 tbsp hot water.
   • Add to the wet ingredients for a subtle mocha kick.
   • Vegan-Friendly Adaptation
   • Use plant-based “butter” and replace the egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water).
   • Ensure dairy-free chips are used.
   • Gluten-Free Champion
   • Swap all-purpose flour for a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
   • Add 1 tsp xanthan gum if your blend doesn’t already include it.

   Each riff transforms these bars into a new dessert adventure—go wild and find your signature flavor

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Final Thoughts

These cookie chip cookie bars encapsulate the very best of baking: simple ingredients, straightforward steps, and an outcome that feels pure magic. They’re versatile enough for a casual potluck and elevated enough to star in your next bake sale spread. Plus, let’s be honest—serving 24 perfectly uniform bars feels mighty impressive compared to the wobbly shapes of drop cookies.

Beyond their crowd-pleasing power, these bars are the ultimate self-care ritual. There’s something deeply soothing about whisking melted butter and sugars, folding in flour until a soft dough forms, and watching a tray of promise rise in the oven. The aroma alone is like a warm hug for your soul—one that reminds you life’s sweetest moments often come in small, chocolate-studded bites.

And let’s not forget the pure joy of customization. Want to sneak in nuts for texture? Go ahead. Prefer white chocolate chips and raspberries for color and tartness? Do it. Craving a nostalgic s’mores vibe or that daring espresso hit to brighten your day? The base recipe welcomes your creativity with open arms (and lots of chocolate).
In a world where complicated recipes can feel intimidating, these bars arrive as a hero: no chilling overnight, no tempering or folding with surgical precision. Just melt, whisk, fold, press, bake—and slash into glorious squares of chewy heaven.

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

So, what are you waiting for? Preheat that oven. Line that pan. Gather your ingredients and let the buttery aroma take over your kitchen. These cookie chip cookie bars are about to become your go-to when you need an instant pick-me-up, a show-stopping dessert, or simply a moment of pure indulgence.

Whether you’re celebrating birthdays, hosting brunch, or just rewarding yourself after a long week, these bars deliver all the comfort, nostalgia, and happiness you deserve—without the fuss of rolling out dozens of individual cookies. You’ll slice, you’ll serve, you’ll hear gasps of delight, and you’ll know you’ve created something truly special.

Here’s to easy baking, maximum flavor, and the chewiest, chocolatiest bars known to cookie-kind. From first bite to last crumb, may every morsel remind you that life is sweetest when shared—and always a little bit sassy.
Bake on, sugar-smitten heroes, and let these bars be the delicious mic drop your next gathering needs. XOXO!

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