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Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Irresistible Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Recipe

These Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are a rich and gooey dessert delight perfect for any sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can use gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Use kosher or sea salt for a more complex flavor.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) Can use margarine, but flavor may vary.
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed) Light or dark brown sugar can be used interchangeably.
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar Consider reducing slightly for a less sweet bar.
  • 2 large eggs Ensure at room temperature for even mixing.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Can substitute with almond extract for a different flavor profile.
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Dark or milk chocolate chips can be used.
  • 1 cup salted caramel sauce Homemade or store-bought can be used for convenience.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking Dish
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of softened unsalted butter, 1 cup of packed brown sugar, and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar. Beat until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
  5. Fold in 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  6. Spread the dough into the prepared baking dish evenly.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown on the edges and the center is soft but set.
  8. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the salted caramel sauce with a splash of heavy cream until smooth.
  9. Drizzle the warm salted caramel sauce over the cooled cookie bars.
  10. Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking to enhance flavor and prevent excessive spreading.

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