These Quick Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are a chewy, buttery twist on classic cookies baked in one pan, no chilling required. Perfect for busy weeknights, bake sales, or quick holiday treats. Tested twice for texture best results when baked until the edges are golden but the center is just set.

Ingredients

• ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted
• ¾ cup (150 g) brown sugar, packed
• ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
• 1½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1¼ cups (160 g) all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 cup (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Swaps & Notes

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Mix the base: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk melted butter with both sugars until smooth.
2. Add wet and dry ingredients: Whisk in egg, yolk, and vanilla. Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
3. Bake: Spread dough evenly in the pan. Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out mostly clean. Cool before slicing.

Pro Tips & Variations

• Use room-temperature eggs for a smoother mix.
• Don’t overbake — the center should look slightly underdone for chewy texture.
• Add ½ cup chopped nuts or white chocolate for extra crunch.
• Sprinkle with flaky salt before baking for bakery-style flavor.
• Double the batch and bake in a 9×13-inch pan for gatherings.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• Drizzle melted chocolate for a festive touch.
• Cut into mini squares for lunchbox treats.
• Pair with coffee or hot cocoa for a cozy snack.

Storage & Reheating

• Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container up to 5 days.
• Freeze: Wrap tightly; freeze up to 2 months.
• Reheat: Warm at 300°F (150°C) for 5–7 minutes.
• Food safety: Cool completely before covering to prevent condensation.

FAQs

Q1: Can I use dark chocolate chips?
A1: Yes, but reduce sugar slightly for balance.

Q2: Why did my bars turn out dry?
A2: Overbaking or adding too much flour — spoon and level flour carefully.

Q3: Can I make these egg-free?
A3: Yes. Replace each egg with ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce or a flax egg.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 220; Protein: 3g; Carbs: 28g; Fat: 11g

Quick Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

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• Author: Article Pinterest
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 16 bars 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Soft, chewy chocolate chip cookie bars baked in one pan. No chilling, ready in about 35 minutes — perfect for holidays, bake sales, or weeknights.

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Ingredients

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• 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted
• 3/4 cup (150 g) brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
• 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cups (160 g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.
2. In a bowl, whisk melted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth. Whisk in egg, egg yolk, and vanilla.
3. Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined; fold in chocolate chips. Spread in pan. Bake 22–25 minutes, or until top is golden and center is just set. Cool, then slice into bars.

Notes

Tested twice; best texture when the center is just barely set. For dairy-free, use vegan butter and dairy-free chips. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 baking blend and add 1 Tbsp milk if the dough is dry.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baked
• Cuisine: American

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bar
• Calories: 220
• Sugar: 20
• Sodium: 120
• Fat: 11
• Saturated Fat: 6
• Carbohydrates: 28
• Fiber: 1
• Protein: 3
• Cholesterol: 40

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Ingredients flat lay — Prompt: “Overhead flat lay of chocolate chip cookie bar ingredients on marble countertop”
Step 1 — Prompt: “Mixing melted butter and sugars in glass bowl with whisk”
Step 2 — Prompt: “Spreading cookie dough evenly in square baking pan lined with parchment”
Step 3 — Prompt: “Freshly baked cookie bars cooling in pan before slicing”
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