Cake Mix Cookie Bars
These Cake Mix Cookie Bars turn a box of cake mix into soft chocolate chip cookie bars with just five simple ingredients.
Servings: 9 bars
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Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- 9 x 9-inch baking pan
- Nonstick spray
- Parchment paper
- Large mixing bowl
- Rubber spatula
Ingredients
- 1 14.25-ounce box white cake mix
- 1/3 cup butter melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a 9 x 9-inch baking pan with nonstick spray, then line it with parchment paper.
- Add the cake mix, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to a large mixing bowl. Mix until everything comes together into a thick cookie dough, about 1 to 2 minutes.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan and press it into an even layer. If the dough is sticky, lightly spray your hands or a rubber spatula with nonstick spray to make it easier to press into the pan.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the bars are set.
- Allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes. Use the parchment paper to lift them out of the pan, then cut into 9 bars.
Notes
- The dough should be thick and much denser than regular cake batter.
- Be careful not to overbake the cookie bars, which can make them dry.
- For an easy variation, substitute yellow or chocolate cake mix for the white cake mix.
- Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, pecans, almonds, or pistachios along with the chocolate chips if desired.
- Store cooled cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 to 4 days.
- To freeze, wrap the bars well and place them in a freezer-safe airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.