No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
No-Bake Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are a delightful treat that combines buttery graham cracker goodness with rich chocolate chips—all without the need for an oven. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth on warm days, these bars are easy to make and incredibly versatile, allowing for endless customization.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare an 8×8-inch baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar until well mixed.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until evenly distributed.
- Fold in chocolate chips gently until they are evenly incorporated.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan using your hands or another piece of parchment paper to create an even layer.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm, before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or dried fruits. - Substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark or white chocolate for a unique twist. - Keep bars stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or refrigerate for longer freshness.