Indulge in these delicious and chewy Congo Bars, a classic American dessert. Made with butter, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, flour, chocolate chips, and nuts, these bars are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. They are easy to make and make for a great treat for parties and gatherings. Enjoy the rich flavors and gooey texture of these delightful congo bars.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and brown sugar until well mixed.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the congo bars cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Serve and enjoy!
