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Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars – Air Fryer Cookies Easy Recipes

These chewy chocolate chip cookie bars are the comfort treat we all deserve after a long day. They strike that perfect balance—gooey in the middle, crisp at the edges, and absolutely packed with chocolate. They’re perfect for those of us who want cookies fast without scooping dough for half an hour. I mean, who’s got time for that? I baked a batch last week, and let’s just say the pan didn’t survive the night. There’s something magic about the smell of vanilla and brown sugar melting together in the oven—it hits you right in the childhood. These bars are fuss-free, crowd-friendly, and freezer-approved. You don’t need a stand mixer or any fancy ingredients—just a big bowl and a wooden spoon will do. Whether you're in the mood for sweet easy recipes, craving a quick evening snack, or looking to test your air fryer desserts game, this recipe has your name all over it. And if you’re feeling adventurous, try swapping in oatmeal or sugar cookie variations. Whatever you choose, you’re in for a treat.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time22 minutes
Total Time32 minutes
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Keywords: air fryer cookies easy recipes, air fryer cookies easy recipes healthy, air fryer desserts easy recipes, air fryer oatmeal cookies easy recipes, air fryer sugar cookies easy recipes, quick evening snacks easy recipes, sweet easy recipes
Servings: 12 bars
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Mix in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Add in the flour, baking soda, and salt. Stir until just combined—don’t overmix!
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
  6. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  7. Bake for 20–22 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
  8. Cool completely in the pan before slicing. (Or don’t. I won’t judge.)