Introduction:
Indulge in the sweet satisfaction of homemade chocolate chip cookie bars that fit perfectly into your
W-W plan. These delicious treats are made with wholesome ingredients and carefully portioned to help you stay on track with your wellness goals. Whether you’re craving a guilt-free dessert or a wholesome snack, these chocolate chip cookie bars are sure to become a staple in your WW-friendly recipe collection. Join us as we explore the ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and nutritional details to help you enjoy these treats while still sticking to your WW plan.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (110g) packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) salt
- 1 cup (170g) semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan and set it aside.
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix the Dough:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a thick dough forms.
- Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Bake the Cookie Bars:
- Transfer the cookie dough to the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the cookie bars to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before slicing them into squares.
- Serve the chocolate chip cookie bars warm or at room temperature, and enjoy!
Nutritional Information:
- Serving Size: 1 cookie bar
- Calories: 140
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 95mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 20g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 13g
- Protein: 2g
Smart WW Points: 4 points per serving
Useful Information:
- These W-W chocolate chip cookie bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For added flavor and texture, consider adding chopped nuts or dried fruit to the cookie dough.
- To reduce the Smart WW points further, you can use sugar substitutes or reduce the amount of chocolate chips in the recipe.
- These cookie bars are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without derailing your W-W journey. Enjoy them as a dessert or snack, and feel good about treating yourself while staying on track with your wellness goals.