Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy texture of these Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars, where each bite melts in your mouth, delivering a delightful balance of sweet and buttery flavors. The combination of semi-sweet chocolate chips and a hint of vanilla creates a nostalgic taste reminiscent of classic cookie dough, making these bars an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cookie Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- For the Topping:
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Press the cookie dough mixture into a greased 9×9 inch baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the cookie dough layer and spread evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set. Cut into bars and serve.
Notes
- These bars can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- For longer storage, freeze the bars in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- Substitute almond flour for a gluten-free version, but adjust the quantity as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: no-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 7 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 32 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 3 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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