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There’s something incredibly soothing about baking, and these Cookie Bars are the perfect treat to fill your home with a warm, inviting aroma. Ideal for a cozy afternoon with a cup of tea or a fun family baking project, these bars are both simple and decadent. Let’s dive into the details and make sure your baking experience is as seamless as possible!
Ingredients Overview
- 1 Box of Yellow Cake Mix: This provides a convenient base, ensuring your cookie bars are flavorful and moist without the fuss of measuring multiple dry ingredients.
- 1/2 Cup Melted Butter: Adds richness and a tender crumb to the bars. Opt for unsalted butter to control the salt content.
- 2 Eggs: These add structure and moisture. For the best results, use room temperature eggs.
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract: This enhances the overall flavor, adding a sweet, aromatic depth.
- 1 Bag of Chocolate Chips: Choose your favorite variety – semi-sweet, milk, or dark chocolate – to suit your taste.
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
Preheat Your Oven Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and let it warm up while you prepare your batter. This ensures even baking from the start.
Prepare the Baking Dish Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper. This step is crucial for easy removal and clean-up.
Mix the Wet Ingredients In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Incorporate the Cake Mix Gradually add the yellow cake mix to the wet ingredients. Stir until a thick, smooth batter forms. This mixture will be quite dense, but that’s what makes the cookie bars deliciously chewy.
Fold in the Chocolate Chips Gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter. The chips will melt slightly during baking, creating pockets of gooey chocolate.
Spread the Batter Transfer the thick batter into your prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to spread it evenly, reaching all corners and creating a smooth surface.
Bake to Perfection Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Keep an eye on the bars; they should be golden brown and set in the middle. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Cool and Slice Allow the cookie bars to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing. This helps them set and makes cutting easier.
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