Lazy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars (Print Version)
Warm, chewy bars using cake mix, chocolate chips, and butter. Simple prep for a sweet, gooey bite.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
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2 large eggs
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1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix
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1 bag (12 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips
→ Optional Ingredients
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon salt
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
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In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in 30-second intervals until fully liquid. Allow to cool slightly to prevent cooking the eggs.
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Add eggs to the melted butter and whisk until mixture is smooth and fully combined. If using, add vanilla extract at this stage.
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Stir the yellow cake mix into the butter and egg mixture. Mix until a thick dough forms.
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Add the chocolate chips and stir until evenly distributed through the dough. If adding salt, include it with the chocolate chips.
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Spread the dough evenly in the prepared 9×13-inch pan using a spatula or clean hands. Smooth the surface.
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Bake for 20 to 23 minutes, until bars are golden around the edges and just set in the center. For thicker bars in a smaller pan, bake for 25 to 28 minutes.
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Let bars cool in the pan for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and gooey or after fully cooling.
# Notes:
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Ensure melted butter is not hot before adding eggs to prevent them from scrambling.
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For chewier bars, avoid overbaking—edges should be golden and center just set.