Chocolate Chip Cookie Brittle Bars Recipe
Cookie brittle is a delightful twist on classic chocolate chip cookies, made as a shortbread-like chocolate chip cookie bar. This easy-to-make recipe yields buttery, crispy bites with a perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors, ideal for sharing or enjoying as a snack anytime.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 pieces
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Cookie Brittle Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups bleached white flour
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the oven rack in the center for even baking.
- Cream Ingredients: In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, sea salt, and vanilla extract until the mixture is light and fluffy, which takes about 3 to 5 minutes. This creates a smooth base for the cookie brittle.
- Incorporate Flour and Chocolate Chips: Using a wooden spoon or spatula, gently fold in the bleached white flour until fully combined. Then fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Press Dough and Bake: Evenly press the dough into a 9 x 13-inch baking pan, spreading it out to create an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden but the top doesn’t get too dark.
- Cool and Cut: Remove the pan from the oven and let the cookie brittle cool for about 10 minutes until it’s firm but still easy to cut. Use a sharp knife to slice the brittle into triangle-shaped pieces for serving.
Notes
- For best results, use unsalted butter at room temperature to ensure smooth creaming.
- Press the dough evenly into the pan to guarantee consistent baking.
- Allow the cookie brittle to cool slightly before cutting to avoid crumbling.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness.
- Variations can include adding nuts or using different types of chocolate chips for varied flavors.
