Gluten Free Cookie Bars
These gluten free cookie bars are the perfect dessert for your next get together or even when you have a sweet craving! They are easy to make, even if you don't have a lot of baking experience. This recipe is gluten free, dairy free, and nut free.
Ingredients
- 1 12 ounce or similar package pre-made cookie dough or cookie dough mix gluten free
- 1 cup chocolate chips dairy free
- 1 cup chocolate caramel cups dairy free
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
- If using pre-made cookie dough, thaw according to package directions.
- Press the cookie dough into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle with chocolate chips and chocolate caramel cups.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
For a chewier gluten free cookie bars, slightly underbake.
You can also add other mix-ins to the cookie dough, such as nuts, dried fruit, or candy.
If you are using cookie dough mix, be sure to follow the package directions for the correct ingredients to use.
Make sure that the pre-made cookie dough is gluten free if you are gluten free. If you are not gluten free you can choose any cookie dough.
Bake the cookie bars until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry.
Let the cookie bars cool completely before cutting them into bars.
Do not stack gluten free cookie bars on top of each other, as this will make them moist and sticky.
If you are storing the gluten free cookie bars in the refrigerator, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet.
When you are ready to serve the cookie bars, remove them from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before cutting them.
Serving: Gluten free cookie bars can be served at room temperature or chilled. They can be eaten plain or with ice cream, whipped cream, or your favorite toppings. You can also cut the cookie bars into smaller pieces and serve them as dessert bites.
Storing: Cookie bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can also be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. To freeze cookie bars, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store them in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.