Description
Indulge in the festive joy of Gooey Christmas Cookie Bars! These delightful treats are a perfect blend of rich chocolate and chewy goodness, guaranteed to warm hearts and spread cheer during the holiday season. Easy to make and utterly delicious, they’re sure to become a favorite at your family gatherings. With a vibrant appearance and an irresistible aroma, these cookie bars will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk)
- Optional: Nuts or sprinkles for added flair
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually fold into wet ingredients until combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips (and any optional nuts or sprinkles).
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden but still gooey in the center.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of sea salt on top before baking. - Swap chocolate chips for dried fruits or nuts for a unique twist. - Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.