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no-bake chocolate chip cookie dough bars

No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars

  • Author: Erin
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Creating these delectable No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars requires just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time. The key to perfect results lies in achieving the right balance of sweetness, texture, and structural integrity for bars that hold together beautifully when cut.

Ingredients

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  • For the Cookie Dough Base:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, heat-treated* (see notes)
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) light brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1½ cups (255g) mini chocolate chips
  • For the Chocolate Topping:
  • 1½ cups (255g) chocolate chips
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil or butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper, ensuring overhang for easy removal.
  2. Create the Cookie Dough Base: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and milk, mixing until well combined.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually incorporate the heat-treated flour and salt, mixing until a cohesive dough forms. Fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the mixture.
  4. Press Into Pan: Press the cookie dough mixture firmly into your prepared pan, creating an even layer. Use the back of a measuring cup or offset spatula to ensure uniform thickness for clean, professional-looking bars.
  5. Create the Perfect Chocolate Topping: Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring between each interval until smooth.
  6. Add the Topping: Pour the melted chocolate over the pressed cookie dough layer, spreading evenly with an offset spatula. Sprinkle additional mini chocolate chips on top while the chocolate is still warm for extra visual appeal and texture.
  7. Chill and Set: Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours or until completely set. The chilling time allows the layers to firm up, making cutting clean, neat squares much easier.
  8. Cut and Serve: Using parchment overhang, lift bars from pan. Cut into squares with a sharp knife, wiping blade between cuts for clean edges.

Notes

Heat Treatment: Spread flour on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5 minutes, then cool completely before measuring. This eliminates any harmful bacteria for safe raw consumption. Pro Tips: The key to perfect no-bake chocolate chip cookie dough bars lies in achieving the right balance of sweetness, texture, and structural integrity. Press the dough firmly for bars that hold together perfectly when cut. For variation ideas, consider trying chocolate chip cookie bar variations with Reese’s pieces for a fun twist on this classic recipe. Store covered in refrigerator for up to 1 week.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar (1/12th of recipe)
  • Calories: 385
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 125mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: no bake cookie dough bars, chocolate chip cookie dough, eggless cookie dough, easy dessert bars

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