M&M Christmas Cookie Bars
M&M Christmas Cookie Bars are a festive delight that combines chewy cookie texture with vibrant bursts of chocolatey goodness. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these easy-to-make bars will fill your home with a buttery aroma and sweet memories. Whether you’re hosting a cookie exchange or enjoying a cozy movie night, these cookie bars are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup M&M’s (festive colors preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
- Fold in the M&M’s gently.
- Spread the dough into the prepared dish and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until golden brown around the edges but soft in the center.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in nuts or swapping M&M's for seasonal candies like peppermint bark. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or freeze for up to three months.