English Cookie Bars

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, optional

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan.
2. Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add baking soda, salt, vanilla extract, and eggs. Beat until combined.
3. Add flour and mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and nuts if desired.
4. Spread cookie dough into prepared baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bars comes out clean.
5. Cool completely before cutting into bars.

Interesting Facts

• English Cookie Bars are also known as Millionaire's Shortbread.
• These bars are traditionally served with a cup of tea.
• These bars can be made with different variations like adding dried fruits or nuts.