Description
These Lazy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars combine the convenience of a cake mix with the classic flavor of chocolate chip cookies. With minimal ingredients and effortless steps, they deliver moist, chewy bars packed with semi-sweet chocolate chips — perfect for a quick dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1 bag (about 10-12 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Melt Butter: Place the stick of butter in a microwave-safe bowl and melt it completely, usually about 30-45 seconds depending on your microwave.
- Mix Eggs: Whisk the melted butter together with the eggs until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Cake Mix: Stir in the yellow cake mix gradually, mixing until you achieve a smooth batter without lumps.
- Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Prepare Pan: Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking. Evenly press the batter into the pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula or your hands.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the bars for about 20 minutes if using a 9×13 inch pan. For smaller pans, bake 25-28 minutes until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares. This helps them set properly and makes for easier serving. Enjoy your delicious chocolate chip cookie bars!
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness; you can add a pinch of salt if you like.
- The bars are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Try mixing in nuts or using white chocolate chips for variety.
- If you prefer a softer center, reduce baking time slightly and monitor closely.
- You can substitute the yellow cake mix with yellow gluten-free cake mix for a gluten-free version.
