Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookie Bars
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated white sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This usually takes about 2 to 3 minutes with an electric mixer.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Use a spatula to gently fold in the chocolate chips and the chopped pecans. Ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the thick dough.
- Transfer the dough into the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula or your hands to press it evenly into the corners. Bake for 22 to 27 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
- Place the pan on a wire rack and allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them into squares. This ensures they set properly and don’t crumble.