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sheet pan desserts for a crowd

sheet pan desserts for a crowd

These delicious chocolate chip cookie bars are perfect for serving a large group! Baked on a sheet pan, they provide chewy, gooey goodness in every bite, making them a hit at any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large sheet pan (18 x 13 inches)
  • 2 mixing bowls
  • 1 whisk or electric mixer
  • 1 spatula
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 parchment paper (optional)
  • 1 cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If using, line your sheet pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips with a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  • Spread the cookie dough evenly in the prepared sheet pan, smoothing the top with the spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  • Allow the cookie bars to cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 10-15 minutes. Then, transfer the bars to the cooling rack to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

For added flavor, you can incorporate 1 cup of chopped nuts or shredded coconut.
These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or they can be frozen for longer storage.
Feel free to experiment with different types of chocolate chips, such as dark chocolate or butterscotch, to change up the flavor profile.