Get ready to experience a mind-blowing dessert that will make your taste buds dance with pure joy! These Cookies and Cream Chocolate Cookie Bars are not just another ordinary treat – they're a decadent explosion of rich chocolate and classic Oreo cookie goodness that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Imagine sinking your teeth into a fudgy, chocolatey bar studded with crunchy Oreo pieces and melted chocolate chips – it's like a dessert paradise in every single bite!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup crushed Oreo cookies
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, add the vanilla extract and continue to mix until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the crushed Oreo cookies and chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Spread the cookie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with the spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (but not wet batter).
- Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the cookie bars out of the pan and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut into 16 bars and enjoy your delicious Cookies and Cream Chocolate Cookie Bars!
Tips
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for the smoothest, most well-incorporated batter.
- Don't Overmix: Mix the dry and wet ingredients just until combined to keep the bars tender and soft.
- Crush Oreos Strategically: For the best texture, crush the Oreos into a mix of fine crumbs and larger chunks to distribute flavor and crunch evenly.
- Check for Doneness: Look for moist crumbs on your toothpick, not wet batter. This ensures a perfectly fudgy texture.
- Cooling is Key: Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to help them set and make clean, neat cuts.
- Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Optional Upgrade: Drizzle melted white chocolate on top or sprinkle extra crushed Oreos for an even more decadent presentation!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 55mg
