Imagine a dessert that not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also bursts with festive spirit in every single bite! These Red White and Blue Chocolate Chip Bars are the ultimate crowd-pleaser that will have everyone at your party asking for the recipe. With a perfect blend of classic chocolate chip cookie goodness and festive patriotic sprinkles, these bars are not just a treat—they're an experience that transforms ordinary baking into a celebration of flavor and fun.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup red and blue sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Add the two large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and the red and blue sprinkles, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Smooth the top to ensure even baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut the bars into 12 equal pieces. Serve and enjoy your festive Red White and Blue Chocolate Chip Bars!
Tips
- Make sure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie bar texture.
- Don't overmix the batter—mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the bars tender.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting of your bars.
- For extra festive look, sprinkle a few additional red and blue sprinkles on top before baking.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting to ensure clean, neat squares.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- For best results, use room temperature eggs to help them incorporate more smoothly into the batter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 52g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 65mg
