# Ingredient List:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
06 - 1 cup packed light brown sugar
07 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Add-ins
10 - 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
11 - 1/2 cup red and green holiday sprinkles
12 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until fully incorporated.
04 - Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon. Mix just until combined, taking care not to overmix.
05 - Fold in chocolate chips, holiday sprinkles, and nuts if using. Reserve a small portion of chocolate chips and sprinkles for topping.
06 - Spread dough evenly in prepared pan. Scatter reserved chocolate chips and sprinkles over the top.
07 - Place pan in oven and bake for 23 to 27 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
08 - Allow bars to cool completely in the pan. Lift out using parchment paper overhang and cut into 16 uniform bars.
