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Moose Tracks Cookie Bars

Soft and Chewy Moose Tracks Cookie Bars for Sweet Cravings

These Moose Tracks Cookie Bars bring nostalgia with peanut butter cups and hot fudge in a perfect blend of flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour A gluten-free blend can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Essential for leavening.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Omit if using salted butter.
  • 1 cup butter Softened for best texture.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Coconut sugar works as an alternative.
  • 2 large eggs No substitutes recommended.
For Mix-Ins
  • 0.75 cup peanut butter cups Chopped or mini, feel free to use other chocolates if desired.
  • 0.33 cup hot fudge Warmed before drizzling.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • 9x13 Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Moose Tracks Cookie Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Cream 1 cup of softened butter with 1 cup of brown sugar until light and fluffy, then add in 2 large eggs.
  3. Whisk together 2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fold in 3/4 cup of chopped peanut butter cups into the cookie dough.
  6. Line a 9x13 baking dish with parchment paper and spread the cookie dough evenly.
  7. Drizzle 1/3 cup of warmed hot fudge over the dough and swirl with a toothpick.
  8. Bake for about 20 minutes until slightly underbaked and golden-brown around the edges.
  9. Let the bars cool to room temperature, then lift out and cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure not to overbake; a slightly undercooked state is crucial for a gooey center. Use parchment paper for easy removal.

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