Get ready for these Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars to become your new favorite dessert! Each bar is perfectly soft and sweet with no need to chill the dough or roll it into balls!
1cupchocolate chips or your favorite add-in (nuts, reeses, m&ms, nutella, peanut butter)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line an 8x8-inch (or 9x9-inch for thinner bars) baking pan with foil or parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium bowl mix together the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt).
In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla and beat until combined. Using a spatula, stir in the dry ingredients along with the chocolate chips.
Transfer batter to the prepared pan and press evenly. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until lightly golden and the edges are set.
Cool for at least 20-30 minutes before attempting to cut. Lift using the foil or parchment paper and cut into 9 large to 16 small squares.
Notes
Storage tips
At room temperature: Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
In the refrigerator: For longer storage, place in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
In the freezer: These also freeze well stored in a freezer-safe bag or other container for up to 3 months. To thaw, leave at room temperature for several hours or overnight.