Chocolate Chip Nut Bars
Indulge in the perfect blend of chewy, gooey, and nutty goodness with these irresistible Chocolate Chip Nut Bars! This quick and easy recipe combines the richness of melted butter, the sweetness of semi-sweet chocolate chips, and the satisfying crunch of chopped nuts like walnuts, pecans, or almonds. Perfectly balanced with warm vanilla notes and a soft cookie-like texture, these dessert bars come together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bake to golden perfection in under half an hour. Whether you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing treat for a party or a simple snack for busy weekdays, these bars deliver a burst of flavor in every bite. Enjoy them fresh from the pan or as a make-ahead option—just be sure to store any extras (if there are any!) in an airtight container. Easy to make, endlessly delicious, and packed with chocolatey-nutty goodness, these bars will quickly become a family favorite. Keywords: Chocolate Chip Nut Bars, dessert bars, easy bar recipe, chewy cookie bars, quick dessert recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.75 cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a larger mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until smooth.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan. Spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, lift them out using the parchment paper overhang and cut into 12 squares or bars.
Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3932 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 204.9 g | 263% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.9 g | 480% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 478 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 1781 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 514.6 g | 187% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 342.3 g | ||
| Protein | 49.7 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 814 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
