Description
Gourmet Cookie Bars are indulgent layered treats made with a rich cookie base and customizable toppings like nuts, berries, and chocolate. These elegant bars are perfect for dessert platters, gifting, or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (e.g., pistachios, almonds)
- 1/2 cup fresh berries (e.g., raspberries)
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk (optional, for added richness)
- Optional toppings: melted chocolate, shredded coconut, crushed cookies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until creamy.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until fully combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chopped nuts.
- Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- If using, drizzle sweetened condensed milk and scatter berries on top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden and set.
- Let cool completely before adding any optional toppings like drizzled chocolate or crushed cookies.
- Cut into bars and serve.
Notes
- Let bars cool completely for clean slicing.
- Customize with favorite toppings or seasonal fruits.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Chilling the bars before cutting helps achieve cleaner edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg