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Easy Chocolate and Pretzel Cookie Bars recipe. Nut free, these are perfect to bring to work or school as a snack, or as a dessert with coffee.
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Chocolate and Pretzel Cookie Bars

Easy Chocolate and Pretzel Cookie Bars recipe. Nut free, these are perfect to bring to work or school as a snack, or as a dessert with coffee.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 24

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 24 pretzels
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp coconut oil

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
  • Line an 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fully combined. Add in the eggs and vanilla until fully incorporated.
  • Mix in the flour and salt until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan. Top with the pretzels (4x6), and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, and allow to cool completely. Cut into squares.
  • In a small bowl, add the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Heat in the microwave for 30 second intervals, mixing after each interval until smooth.
  • Drizzle the melted chocolate over the squares. Place in the fridge until the chocolate hardens.