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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars Recipe

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars Recipe


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  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 16 1x

Description

Indulgent chocolate chip cookie dough bars blend nostalgic comfort with silky smooth sweetness, promising pure dessert bliss. Rich layers of creamy no-bake dough studded with chocolate chips will satisfy deep cravings and make you swoon with each delectable bite.


Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups (360 milliliters) almond flour or all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter or coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup (100 grams) brown sugar

Flavor Enhancers:

  • 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) milk or almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Chocolate Components:

  • 1/2 cup (85 grams) mini chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup (85 grams) melted chocolate (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Cream together softened butter and brown sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer at medium speed.
  2. Incorporate milk, vanilla extract, and salt into the butter mixture, blending until smooth and well combined.
  3. Gradually introduce almond flour to the wet ingredients, stirring carefully until a cohesive cookie dough texture develops.
  4. Gently fold mini chocolate chips throughout the dough, ensuring even distribution.
  5. Transfer the prepared dough into a parchment-lined 8×8-inch baking dish, using a spatula to create an uniform layer with consistent thickness.
  6. Optional: Drizzle melted chocolate across the surface, spreading carefully with an offset spatula for complete coverage.
  7. Chill the prepared bars in the refrigerator for approximately 60-90 minutes, or until the dough becomes completely firm and set.
  8. Remove from refrigerator, lift out of the pan using parchment edges, and slice into rectangular servings.
  9. Serve chilled and store remaining bars in an airtight container within the refrigerator for optimal texture and freshness.

Notes

  • Swap almond flour for gluten-free oat flour to accommodate different dietary needs and create a more accessible treat.
  • Always use room temperature butter for smoother, more even mixing and a better texture in the cookie dough bars.
  • Chill the bars thoroughly to ensure a firm, slice-able consistency that holds its shape when cut.
  • Experiment with different chocolate chip varieties like dark, milk, or white chocolate to customize flavor profiles and keep the recipe exciting.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Refrigerating
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 16
  • Calories: 176
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 85 mg
  • Fat: 11 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg