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Festive Christmas Cookie Bars

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Festive Christmas Cookie Bars Recipe

Delightful Festive Christmas Cookie Bars that embody the spirit of the season with M&Ms and chocolate chips.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • ¾ cup Brown sugar packed
  • ½ cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
For the Dry Mix
  • cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
For the Festive Touch
  • 1 cup Red and green M&Ms
  • ½ cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup Holiday sprinkles optional

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Cream the butter and sugars together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, then mix until combined.
  4. Whisk together the dry ingredients in a separate bowl. Gradually mix this dry blend into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fold in M&Ms, chocolate chips, and optional sprinkles.
  6. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan, pressing it gently.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
  8. Cool completely before cutting into squares or bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cooled cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week. Freeze for up to 3 months.

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