Wheat Germ Chocolate Chip Bars
Indulge in the perfect balance of wholesome and decadent with these Wheat Germ Chocolate Chip Bars. Packed with the nutty goodness of toasted wheat germ, a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flours, and melty semi-sweet chocolate chips, these bars are a delicious way to sneak in some nutritional benefits without sacrificing flavor. Easy to make in just 35 minutes, this recipe uses simple ingredients like brown sugar, melted butter, and a touch of vanilla to create a rich, golden dessert that’s soft, chewy, and full of irresistible texture. Ideal for an on-the-go snack, lunchbox treat, or a sweet indulgence after dinner, these bars are a versatile and satisfying choice for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup toasted wheat germ
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the sugar mixture, whisking well until fully combined.
In a separate large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, toasted wheat germ, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, cut into 12 squares or desired portion sizes. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 158.8 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.3 g | 466% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 630 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 1419 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 479.4 g | 174% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.5 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 288.5 g | ||
| Protein | 58.1 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 1227 mg | 26% | |
*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.
