Decadent Chocolate Chip Walnut Bars
These Decadent Chocolate Chip Walnut Bars are the perfect sweet treat for gatherings and potlucks. Their rich, buttery flavor paired with semi-sweet chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts creates an indulgent dessert that everyone will love. With a chewy texture and a hint of warmth from cinnamon, these bars can be easily customized with dried fruits like cranberries or raisins for a delightful twist. Feel free to double the recipe and bake in two pans to make sure there’s enough to share—and don’t forget, they freeze beautifully for a sweet snack any time!
25
Servings
120
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1 cup (softened)
white sugar
1 cup (none)
brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
eggs
2 (large, beaten)
maple extract or vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups (none)
cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (optional)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (none)
salt
3/4 teaspoon (none)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup (none)
chopped walnuts or pecans
1/2 cup (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the oven rack in the second-lowest position.
2
Grease a 13x9-inch baking pan to prevent sticking. For thinner bars, use a larger pan and reduce the baking time slightly.
3
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with both white sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is fluffy and well combined.
4
Add in the eggs and the maple or vanilla extract, beating until the mixture is smooth and even.
5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, optional cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
6
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing until just combined. The batter will be quite thick.
7
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
8
Transfer the cookie batter to the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly using a spoon or spatula.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
10
Allow the cookie bars to cool in the pan before cutting them into squares and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
6.24g
Fat
15.2g
Carbs
1.2g
Protein
0.64g
Fiber
8.4g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Chocolate Chip Walnut Bars?
They are an indulgent dessert featuring a rich, buttery flavor combined with semi-sweet chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 25 servings.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
Where should I position the oven rack?
Position the oven rack in the second-lowest position for optimal baking.
What size baking pan is recommended?
A 13x9-inch baking pan is recommended for these bars.
How can I make the bars thinner?
For thinner bars, use a larger pan and reduce the baking time slightly.
Should I grease the pan?
Yes, grease the baking pan to prevent the bars from sticking.
What type of butter should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of softened butter.
What sugars are required for the dough?
You will need 1 cup of white sugar and 1 cup of packed brown sugar.
What kind of extract can be used in the recipe?
You can use either 1 teaspoon of maple extract or vanilla extract.
How many eggs are needed?
The recipe requires 2 large, beaten eggs.
What are the dry ingredients for this recipe?
The dry ingredients consist of all-purpose flour, optional cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
Is cinnamon a mandatory ingredient?
No, the 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon is optional.
How much flour is required?
The recipe requires 2 and 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
What is the consistency of the batter?
The cookie batter will be quite thick once the dry ingredients are mixed in.
How much chocolate chips should I add?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Can I use pecans instead of walnuts?
Yes, you can use 1/2 cup of either chopped walnuts or pecans.
How long should I bake the chocolate chip walnut bars?
Bake the bars for about 25-30 minutes.
How do I know when the bars are done baking?
They are done when the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Should I cool the bars before serving?
Yes, allow the cookie bars to cool in the pan before cutting them into squares.
Can these bars be frozen for later?
Yes, these bars freeze beautifully and make a great snack for later.
Can I add other ingredients like dried fruit?
Yes, you can customize them with dried fruits such as cranberries or raisins.
Can I double the recipe for a larger crowd?
Yes, you can double the recipe and bake it in two separate pans.
How many calories are in each serving?
There are 120 calories per serving.
What is the total fat content per bar?
Each bar contains 6.24 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a single bar?
There are 15.2 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the sugar content of these bars?
Each bar contains 8.4 grams of sugar.
How much protein is in each serving?
There is 1.2 grams of protein per bar.
Is there fiber in these cookie bars?
Yes, there is 0.64 grams of fiber per serving.
Are these bars suitable for potlucks?
Yes, they are a perfect sweet treat for gatherings and potlucks.