Congo Bars


If you love soft, chewy chocolate chip cookies but want an easier way to make a batch for the whole family, these Congo Bars are the perfect treat. Made with rich brown sugar, buttery dough, vanilla, and plenty of chocolate chunks and chips, these classic dessert bars deliver delicious cookie flavor in every bite.


Baked in a single 9×13-inch pan, Congo Bars are simple to prepare and perfect for potlucks, bake sales, birthday parties, holiday gatherings, or an everyday sweet treat. Their golden edges and soft, gooey centers make them especially irresistible when served after cooling.


What Are Congo Bars?


Congo Bars are old-fashioned cookie bars that resemble thick chocolate chip cookies but are baked in one pan and sliced into squares. Brown sugar gives them their signature rich flavor and chewy texture, while butter and vanilla add a delicious homemade taste.


This version combines semisweet chocolate chunks with milk chocolate chips for a wonderful balance of rich chocolate flavor and creamy sweetness. Instead of scooping individual cookies onto baking sheets, you simply spread the dough into a prepared pan and bake.


Why You’ll Love These Congo Bars