Description
If you’re craving a quick dessert idea that’s chewy, rich, and full of melty chocolate, these Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are your answer. With their golden crust and soft center, they’re perfect for easy snacks, potlucks, or just a sweet treat after dinner. This easy recipe is loaded with classic cookie flavor and takes half the effort—making it one of the best food ideas for busy bakers. Whether you need a quick breakfast sweet or a no-fuss dessert, this one-pan wonder will become a favorite in your rotation of healthy-ish snacks and indulgent breakfast ideas.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips with a silicone spatula, being careful not to overmix.
6. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with extra chocolate chips and flaky sea salt if using.
7. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is just set.
8. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into bars.
Notes
Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean-up.
Don’t overbake—pull them out when the center is just set for maximum gooeyness.
Add walnuts or pecans for an extra crunch if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: chocolate chip bars, cookie bar recipe, gooey dessert