Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon (2g) baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon (1g) salt
- 1/2 cup (120ml) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
- 1 cup (200g) semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup (120g) chopped dried dates
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
12-14 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugars, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter, egg, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and dates.
- Drop the batter by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
Nutritional Information:
Per bar (serving size: 1 bar):
- Calories: 200
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
- Sodium: 90mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 25g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 15g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and chewy
- Rich chocolatey flavor with a hint of dates
- Slightly crisp edges
- Perfect for a sweet treat or dessert
User Comments:
- "These bars are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family." - Ashley
- "I love the combination of chocolate and dates in these bars. They're a perfect balance of sweet and chewy." - Emily
- "I made these bars for a potluck and they were gone in no time. Everyone loved them!" - Sarah
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have dried dates, you can substitute dried cranberries or raisins.
- To make the bars even more indulgent, you can top them with a drizzle of melted chocolate or a scoop of ice cream.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
