Layers of chewy bars, ice cream, and chocolate sauce create a rich, indulgent dessert for any sweet tooth.
# Components:
→ Cookie Dough Bar Base
01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
03 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
09 - 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
→ Sundae Components
10 - 1 quart vanilla ice cream
11 - 1/2 cup chocolate sauce, warmed
12 - 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
13 - Whipped cream, for topping
14 - Maraschino cherries, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer or whisk until light and fluffy.
03 - Add the vanilla extract and eggs, beating in one at a time until fully integrated.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
06 - Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips using a spatula.
07 - Spread the dough evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the bars are set.
08 - Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, cut into serving portions.
09 - In individual bowls, place a cookie dough bar, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, drizzle with warmed chocolate sauce, add nuts if desired, and finish with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry.
