Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible gooey chocolate chip cookie bars! A family favorite recipe, perfected with a secret ingredient (wheat germ – you won't even notice it!). This recipe delivers a chewy, chocolatey delight that's best served warm with a scoop of ice cream. Get ready for the ultimate chocolate chip cookie experience!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 296.7 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

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How to Make Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons water until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ cup wheat germ.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in 2 cups chocolate chips.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is still slightly gooey. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs attached.
  8. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
  9. Serve warm with a scoop of your favorite ice cream for the ultimate treat!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

99g

Fat

27g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars?

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars?

Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars has approximately 296.7 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 25 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are Shortening, Sugar, Brown Sugar, Eggs, Water, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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