Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, melt the unsalted butter (if not already soft). Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar, and mix until well combined and creamy.

4. 4

   Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and slightly fluffy.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

6. 6

   Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.

7. 7

   Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

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   Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

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