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Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are a delightful treat combining the rich flavors of chocolate and caramel with a hint of salt. These easy-to-make bars are perfect for sharing, with a gooey caramel layer sandwiched between soft, buttery cookie dough.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 290 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x13 inch baking pan
  • 1 mixing bowls
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 wooden spoon or spatula
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 parchment paper (optional) for easy removal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup salted caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
  • sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy and well combined.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  • Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  • Spread half of the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the bottom layer.
  • Drizzle the salted caramel sauce over the cookie dough layer. Be sure to leave some room around the edges to prevent overflow.
  • Crumble the remaining cookie dough evenly over the caramel layer, covering it as much as possible.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Remove the bars from the oven and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the top while they are still warm.
  • Allow the bars to cool in the pan before cutting them into squares.

Notes

If you're using homemade caramel sauce, ensure it's thick enough to layer without sinking into the cookie dough.
For added texture, consider mixing in some chopped nuts along with the chocolate chips.
These cookie bars are best enjoyed warm, but they can also be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.