These Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars are a delightful dessert that combines the classic flavors of cookie dough with a convenient bar format. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, these bars are easy to make and require no baking.
This recipe is ideal for gatherings or a simple treat at home. With a rich, creamy texture and the perfect balance of sweetness, these bars are sure to be a hit among dessert lovers.
No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars Recipe
These cookie dough bars feature a buttery base made from flour, brown sugar, and chocolate chips, topped with a creamy layer of chocolate ganache. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and yields 12 bars.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for topping)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt to the butter mixture, stirring until well combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Press into Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper. Press the cookie dough mixture evenly into the bottom of the dish.
- Make the Ganache: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- Top the Bars: Pour the chocolate ganache over the cookie dough base, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Cut and Serve: Once set, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into squares and serve chilled.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 bars
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
