Super Easy Chocolate Bar Cookies
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Yield: 25 bars
Description:
Dive into the delightful world of Super Easy Chocolate Bar Cookies, a delectable treat perfect for sharing with friends and family. This recipe combines buttery crust with a rich chocolate filling, topped with a sprinkling of crunchy nuts for an irresistible treat. Follow these simple steps from Love With Recipes to create these indulgent bars in less than an hour. 🍪🍫
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your oven is at the right temperature for baking your cookies evenly.
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Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter for about 30 seconds until creamy. Add the sugar and salt, continuing to beat until the mixture is well combined. Remember to scrape down the sides of the bowl occasionally to ensure all ingredients are mixed thoroughly.
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Incorporate the Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the butter mixture, beating on low speed until the flour is fully incorporated. The dough should come together but still be crumbly.
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Form the Base: Take about two-thirds of the dough mixture and press it evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 9 x 13-inch baking pan. This forms the base layer of your cookie bars.
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Prepare the Filling: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk and chocolate. Stir the mixture continuously until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
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Add Nuts and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the chopped pecans, walnuts, and vanilla extract. This will add a delightful crunch and flavor to the filling.
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Assemble the Bars: Spread the hot chocolate mixture evenly over the crust in the baking pan.
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Top with Remaining Crust: Sprinkle the remaining crust mixture evenly over the chocolate layer. This creates a crumbly topping that contrasts beautifully with the creamy chocolate filling.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
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Cool and Cut: Allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, cut into 25 bars. Enjoy the rich, buttery, and nutty flavors in each bite!
Nutritional Information (per bar):
- Calories: 215.5
- Fat: 12.4g
- Saturated Fat: 6.9g
- Cholesterol: 24.9mg
- Sodium: 97.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 24.9g
- Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugar: 16.4g
- Protein: 2.9g
These Super Easy Chocolate Bar Cookies are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. Perfect for any occasion, from a casual family gathering to a festive celebration, they offer a sweet escape in every bite. 🍪✨
