Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and well combined.
   • Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until fully incorporated.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. Add the Chocolate Chips:
   • Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
5. Spread the Dough:
   • Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
6. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
7. Cool and Cut:
   • Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, cut into squares or rectangles.
8. Serve:
   • Enjoy your homemade chocolate chip cookie bars with a glass of milk or as a delightful treat on their own.

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