Description
Delicious and easy-to-make cookie bars featuring a simple batter made from yellow cake mix, butter, eggs, vanilla, and rich chocolate chips. These bars bake up soft and chewy with golden edges, perfect for a quick dessert or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Bars Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix (approximately 15.25 oz)
- 1/2 cup melted butter (1 stick)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 bag (12 oz) chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Batter: In a large bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir the ingredients together until you have a smooth, uniform batter without lumps.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the 12 ounces of chocolate chips ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter for consistent chocolate bursts in every bar.
- Spread Batter: Pour and spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Press down lightly to create an even surface for uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the center is fully set but still soft to the touch.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish. Once cooled, cut into 16 squares and serve. Enjoy your chewy, chocolate-studded cookie bars!
Notes
- You can substitute chocolate chips with nuts or dried fruits if desired.
- Make sure to let the bars cool fully before cutting to avoid crumbling.
- For a richer flavor, use browned butter instead of melted butter.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Reheat briefly in the microwave for a warm, gooey treat.
