Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

The holiday season is the perfect time to cozy up at home and indulge in some delicious Christmas baking. One treat that is sure to spread joy and warmth is the classic Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars. These bars offer all the comfort and nostalgia of traditional chocolate chip cookies but in an even easier-to-make format. Whip up a batch of these delectable bars and watch as they quickly become a family favorite during the festive season.

Ingredients:
– 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup brown sugar, packed
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6. Press the cookie dough into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs but no wet batter.
8. Allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares or rectangles to serve.

These Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are a wonderful addition to any holiday gathering, from cozy nights in with loved ones to festive parties with friends. The rich and buttery flavor of these bars, combined with the melty chocolate chips, will have everyone reaching for seconds. Plus, the convenience of baking them in bar form means less time spent shaping individual cookies and more time savoring the delicious results.

So, this Christmas season, delight your family and guests with the irresistible taste of homemade Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars. Whether enjoyed with a glass of milk by the fireplace or wrapped up as a thoughtful homemade gift, these bars are sure to bring smiles and warmth to all who try them. Don’t forget to double the recipe if you’re expecting a big crowd – these bars tend to disappear quickly!