No Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars
Ingredients List
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup brown sugar, packed
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 cups all-purpose flour (remember to heat-treat it!)
– 1 cup mini chocolate chips
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for topping)
– 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (optional, for a richer chocolate flavor)
*Yields approximately 16 bars*
How to Make No Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars?
1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until creamy and well combined. It’s like a fluffy cloud of happiness!
2. Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated—oh that smell!
3. Gradually add in the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms. If you’re feeling adventurous and using cocoa powder, toss that in now too!
4. Stir in the mini chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough. You want chocolate in every bite, right?
5. Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or foil, leaving some overhang for easy removal. This will save you a world of trouble later!
6. Press the cookie dough mixture evenly into the prepared dish, smoothing out the top with a spatula. Go for that picture-perfect look!
7. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. Chocolate magic, happening right here!
8. Pour the melted chocolate over the cookie dough layer and spread it evenly.
9. For a little extra pizzazz, sprinkle a few more mini chocolate chips on top. Who can resist?
10. Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, or until the chocolate is set. Patience, my friend—it will be worth it!
11. Remove from the dish using the edges of the parchment paper, cut into bars, and serve. Get ready for smiles!
Cookie Dough Creativity Corner
– Storage aficionados alert! These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. If they last that long, that is!
– Feeling adventurous? Add chopped nuts or flavored extracts (like almond or orange) to the cookie dough for a surprising twist that’s sure to delight your taste buds.
– Remember that heat-treating your flour is a must if you’re indulging in the cookie dough raw. Pop it in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-7 minutes, let it cool, and you’re good to go!
So there you have it! No Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars that will take you back to your childhood in the best way possible. I encourage you to whip up a batch, take a moment to savor them, and then share them with friends and family. Or keep them all to yourself; no judgement here, I promise! I’d love to hear how yours turned out—happy baking (or rather, no baking)! 🍪✨