Irresistible Naked Bars
Chewy, sweet, and satisfying bars that are simple to make and perfect for bake-offs, potlucks, or cozy dessert nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (175g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup (175g) chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk together brown sugar, granulated sugar, and melted butter until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until fully incorporated.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until well combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit, if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into squares or rectangles and serve.
Notes
[‘Don’t overmix to avoid dense bars.’, ‘Check for doneness around the 25-minute mark.’, ‘Use room-temperature eggs for better texture.’, ‘Customize mix-ins like white chocolate chips, macadamia nuts, or shredded coconut.’, ‘Line your pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
Keywords: Naked Bars, Easy Dessert, Bake-Off Recipe, Chewy Bars, Crowd-Pleaser