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The Perfect Chocolate Chip Cake Mix Cookie Bars

Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Cake Mix Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are an incredibly easy and delicious treat that will quickly become a favorite in your household. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a soft, chewy dessert that combines the best of both worlds: cake and cookies.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 353
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars:
  • 1 box of yellow cake mix or any flavor of your choice
  • 5 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 12 ounces chocolate chips milk, semi-sweet, or your favorite variety
Optional Mix-ins:
  • Chopped nuts e.g., walnuts, pecans, almonds
  • Dried fruits raisins, cranberries
  • Sprinkles M&Ms, or crushed candy bars

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal of the bars.
  2. Make the Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, mix together the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and eggs until fully combined. Stir in the chocolate chips (and any other mix-ins you choose).
  3. Spread the Dough: Spread the cookie dough evenly in the prepared 9×13-inch baking pan. Smooth out the top with a spatula to ensure an even layer.
  4. Bake the Bars: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  5. Cool and Serve: Allow the cookie bars to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before cutting them into squares. Let them cool completely before serving, or enjoy them warm with a scoop of ice cream!

Notes

  • Customizations: Feel free to customize your cookie bars with your favorite mix-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruits, or even crushed candy bars for a different twist.
  • Storage: Store leftover cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to 7 days. You can also freeze the cookie bars for up to 3 months.
  • Freezing Cookie Dough: If you want to freeze the dough, scoop it into cookie-sized portions and freeze. When ready to bake, thaw the dough and bake as directed.
Nutritional Facts (per bar, assuming 12 servings)
  • Calories: 353
  • Total Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 44mg
  • Sodium: 384mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 36g
  • Protein: 3g