Decadent Honey Chocolate Chip Bars

Ingredients

- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Prepare the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing the parchment to hang over the edges for easy removal later.

2. Cream Butter and Sugars:
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 3 minutes.

3. Incorporate Honey and Eggs:
Gradually add in the honey, continuing to mix on medium speed. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Create the Dry Mixture:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

5. Fold in the Chocolate Chips:
Gently fold in the chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.

6. Spread and Bake:
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon or spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool and Serve:
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the overhanging parchment to lift the bars out of the pan. Slice into squares and serve.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation time: PT20M
20 minutes
- Cooking time: PT30M
30 minutes

Total Time

- PT50M
50 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dessert

Keywords

- Chocolate Chip Bars
- Honey Desserts
- Oven Baked Treats
- Homemade Bars
- Chocolate Recipes
- Easy Desserts
- Family Dessert
- Sweet Snacks
- Holiday Baking
- Quick Dessert Recipe

Recipe Yield

- Serves 4 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 2850

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