Congo Bars
Servings: 20 Servings
Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsalted butter at room temperature
- 1 ½ cup light brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to cream the butter until fluffy. Then, add the brown sugar and granulated sugar, and mix until combined.¾ cup unsalted butter, 1 ½ cup light brown sugar, ¼ cup granulated sugar
- Add the eggs and vanilla, and beat until completely incorporated.3 large eggs, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Mix in the flour, baking powder and salt until a thick dough forms. Use a spatula to fold in both kinds of chocolate chips.2 ⅓ cup all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 cup milk chocolate chips, 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Press the dough into the prepared baking pan, and bake for 20-25 minutes or until light and golden on top.
- Allow the bars to cool for 20-30 minutes before slicing and serving.
- See post for storage options.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 congo bar. Actual calories will vary.
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
*Photos courtesy of Karla Rae Photography.
Nutrition Facts
Congo Bars
Serving Size
1 bar
Amount per Serving
Calories
309
% Daily Value*
Fat
15
g
23
%
Saturated Fat
9
g
45
%
Trans Fat
0.3
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
43
mg
14
%
Sodium
128
mg
5
%
Potassium
175
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
42
g
14
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
29
g
32
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
253
IU
5
%
Calcium
53
mg
5
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
