Description

Valentine's Day Cookie Bars are a delightful way to express love through dessert. These soft and chewy bars, packed with gooey chocolate and colorful sprinkles, are perfect for sharing with loved ones or indulging yourself. With a simple preparation process, they combine classic cookie flavors in a convenient bar form, making them a sweet addition to any celebration.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
Fold in chocolate chips and sprinkles if using.
Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown around the edges but still slightly soft in the center.
Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 180
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 110mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: - For variations, substitute chocolate chips with nuts or dried fruits. - Consider adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top for an extra flavor boost.