Easy Delicious Chocolate Chip Cookie BArs

These chocolate chip cookie bars are ALWAYS a hit whenever I serve them. They are my No. 1 requested dessert for my kids' get togethers.

INGREDIENTS

1 3/4 cup all ourpose flour

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1/3 cup unsalted butter

1/3 cup shortening (or refined coconut oil)

1/2 granulated sugar

1/2 cup packed light brown sugar

1 egg

1 tsp vanilla

Chocolate chips

INSTRUCTIONS

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.

Prepare 8x8 pan with baking spray and set aside.

In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Using a standing or hand mixer, beat butter, shortening (or oil if using), sugar, and brown sugar.

Add egg and vanilla and mix.

Gradually add flour mixture.

Add chocolate chips and stir until mixed-in.

Press into pan and bake for 22-25 minutes.

Let them cool a bit, but these are best served warm.