"I've had recipes for chocolate chip cookies and pecan meringues in my personal collection for a number of years—and I combined them to make these bars! They're a lovely addition to any holiday cookie tray. —Dawn Lowenstein, Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania..."
INGREDIENTS
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4 large egg whites
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar, divided
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1/2 cup sugar
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2 large egg yolks
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3 tablespoons 2% milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
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3/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts