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Salt River Bars: A Deliciously Easy Recipe to Try!

Salt River Bars are a deliciously easy dessert that combines the richness of butter and sugars with chocolate chips and a hint of sea salt, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped nuts optional
  • 1/2 cup coarse sea salt for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts, if using.
  6. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan.
  7. Sprinkle the coarse sea salt over the top of the batter.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

  • For a fun twist, try adding a layer of caramel sauce between the batter and the chocolate chips before baking.
  • Substitute the chocolate chips with dried fruits or coconut flakes for a different flavor profile.

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