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Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars cut into squares on a piece of white parchment paper with chocolate chips scattered around and a small white bowl with flakey salt.

Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

5 from 2 votes
These gooey chocolate chip cookie bars are soft, buttery, and loaded with melty chocolate—an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup 2 sticks butter, melted
  • 1 1/4 cups brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup cane sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups chocolate chips semi-sweet, dark, or a mix
  • Flaky sea salt for sprinkling on top

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or line a 9x12 baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk melted butter with brown sugar and cane sugar until well combined.
  3. Add eggs, egg yolks, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips. Spread dough evenly into the prepared pan.
  6. Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top.
  7. Bake for 22–25 minutes, until edges are golden and the center is just set.
  8. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra gooey bars, pull them out right at 22 minutes.
  • Swap chocolate chips for chunks, or add nuts for variety.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temp for 3–4 days.