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Congo Bars

Indulgent Congo Bars: Slice into Gooey Chocolate Bliss

Congo Bars are a delightful blend of gooeyness and rich chocolatey goodness, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings and sharing with friends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 bars
Course: easy cookies
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup butter room temperature
  • 2 cups brown sugar packed
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
For the Chocolate
  • 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chunks
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Electric mixer
  • rubber spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of butter and 2 cups of brown sugar for about 2 minutes until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Add 3 eggs, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt to the mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.
  4. Mix in 2 teaspoons baking powder and gradually add 2.5 cups all-purpose flour, blending just until combined.
  5. Fold in 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chunks and 1 cup milk chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  6. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top.
  7. Bake for about 30 minutes, until the edges are set and golden, with a gooey center.
  8. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then lift out using parchment and cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for the best texture. Don't overmix after adding flour to maintain gooeyness.

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