Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup caramel bits or chopped caramels
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Step 3: 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. Do not overmix.
- Step 4: Stir in the caramel bits (or chopped caramels) and chocolate chips.
- Step 5: Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Step 6: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Store cooled cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain their chewy texture.
- For a warm, gooey treat, microwave a bar for 10-15 seconds before enjoying.
- Serve these bars with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of extra caramel sauce for an indulgent dessert.
- For even caramel distribution, toss the caramel bits with a tablespoon of flour before adding them to the dough to prevent them from sinking to the bottom.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American