This easy chocolate chip cookie dough bars recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars
This easy chocolate chip cookie dough bars recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- Cookie Dough:
- /2 c. unsalted butter softened
- /4 c. packed light brown sugar
- tsp. vanilla extract
- c. all purpose flour
- can sweetened condensed milk 14 oz.
- c. mini chocolate chips
- Topping:
- c. creamy peanut butter
- /3 c. milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together butter and light brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes). Add vanilla extract and beat until combined.
- With the mixer on low speed, alternate mixing in flour and sweetened condensed milk and mix until combined. Gently fold in mini chocolate chips with spatula.
- Line 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper. Press the cookie dough into the pan (the cookie dough may be sticky, so lightly flour your hands).
- Cover the bars with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight until firm.
- For topping, combine the peanut butter and milk chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat until smooth. Spread the mixture over the cookie dough bars. Chill the bars for 1 hour or until topping is firm.
- Yield: 16 large bars
Tips for the Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars
- Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking chocolate chip cookie dough bars.
- Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.