Salt River Bars: Sweet & Salty Family Delight in Minutes

Salt River Bars are a delightful blend of sweet and salty, combining buttery richness with gooey chocolate and a touch of sea salt.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 50

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Batter

1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
1 cup Granulated Sugar
1 cup Brown Sugar packed
2 large Eggs
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
2 cups All-Purpose Flour
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
1 teaspoon Salt

For the Mix-Ins

1 cup Chocolate Chips or dried fruits/nuts as alternatives
1 cup Chopped Nuts Optional

For Topping

1 teaspoon Coarse Sea Salt

Equipment

9x13-inch baking pan
mixing bowl
hand mixer
spatula
Wire rack

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Salt River Bars

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Cream unsalted butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients.
Fold in chocolate chips and chopped nuts, ensuring even distribution.
Pour batter into the baking pan and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Experiment with mix-ins and enjoy the versatility of Salt River Bars. Store in an airtight container for optimal freshness.

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