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Ultimate Chewy Touchdown Cookie Bars Recipe with Gooey Marshmallow Topping

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These chewy cookie bars topped with gooey marshmallows are perfect for game day, combining a rich chocolate-studded base with a sticky, sweet marshmallow layer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (220g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3 cups (about 180g) mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup softened unsalted butter, 1 cup light brown sugar, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until incorporated.
  6. Fold in 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips gently with a rubber spatula.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden and center is slightly soft. Test with a toothpick; it should come out with moist crumbs.
  9. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle 3 cups mini marshmallows evenly over the top.
  10. Return to oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until marshmallows are puffed and golden.
  11. Cool completely on a wire rack for 30-45 minutes to set the marshmallow topping.
  12. Slice into squares or rectangles and serve slightly warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep bars chewy. Add marshmallows near the end of baking to keep them gooey and golden. Cool bars completely before slicing to prevent marshmallow sticking. Optional add-ins include 1 cup chopped toasted pecans or walnuts. For dairy-free, use plant-based butter and dairy-free chocolate chips. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend.

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