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Congo Bars

Congo Bars are a delightful treat that combines the best of cookie and brownie worlds, offering a chewy, fudgy texture packed with chocolate and nuts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups brown sugar packed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped nuts optional

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease your 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until well combined.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and nuts, if using.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting.

Notes

Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.