Best Christmas Cookie Bars
These festive Christmas Cookie Bars are a holiday treat, packed with M&Ms and sprinkles for a colorful and delicious dessert that's perfect for gatherings!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter 113g
- 2 cups brown sugar packed, 400g
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 248g
- 1 cup Christmas M&Ms or favorite color
- 1/2 cup Christmas sprinkles jimmies work best
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13” metal baking dish with foil and spray with cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine butter and brown sugar with a mixer until crumbly. Beat in eggs and vanilla until smooth.
- Add salt and baking powder, mixing well before incorporating flour. Fold in M&Ms and sprinkles.
- Spread batter evenly in prepared pan, smoothing it with cooking spray on hands if needed. Top with extra mix-ins.
- Bake for 22-25 minutes, until edges start to turn golden. Cool before cutting into bars.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to a month.