Chocolate Chip Squares
Sink your teeth into these irresistible Chocolate Chip Squares, a crowd-pleasing dessert that combines the rich, buttery flavors of a classic cookie with the convenience of a bar. Made with a base of creamy unsalted butter, sweet brown sugar, and just a hint of vanilla, these squares are packed with semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional crunchy walnuts or pecans for a delightful texture. Perfectly baked to achieve golden edges and a soft, chewy center, this easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes in under half an hour. Whether you're hosting a gathering or indulging in a cozy night at home, these bars are the ultimate sweet treat. Don't forget—they stay fresh for up to five days, making them a fantastic make-ahead option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cup Unsalted butter
- 1.0 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup Optional: chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer or a whisk.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture soft and tender.
Fold in the chocolate chips and optional chopped nuts, evenly distributing them throughout the dough.
Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (avoid overbaking for softer squares).
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the Chocolate Chip Squares to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, slice into 16 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
355 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.7 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 153 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 81 mg | 2% | |
*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.
