Phyllis Bars
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Phyllis Bars, a classic dessert bar recipe that perfectly combines buttery sweetness and chewy texture. Made with a rich base of brown and granulated sugars, these bars are studded with melty semi-sweet chocolate chips and optional chopped walnuts for a delightful crunch. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a golden, lightly crisp top achieved in the oven, these crowd-pleasing treats are as simple to make as they are delicious. Perfect for bake sales, potlucks, or an afternoon snack, Phyllis Bars deliver a homemade comfort that’s hard to resist. Don’t forget—these dessert bars are easy to store and stay fresh for days, making them your go-to for all occasions!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped walnuts, if using, until evenly distributed.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift them out using the parchment paper overhang and cut into 12 equal bars.
Serve and enjoy your homemade Phyllis Bars! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4578 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 193.2 g | 248% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.8 g | 459% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 1848 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 704.6 g | 256% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 487.6 g | ||
| Protein | 59.7 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 319 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 20.4 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 939 mg | 20% | |
*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.
