Description
Delight in these festive Christmas Cookie Bars, a perfect holiday treat bursting with colorful red and green M&Ms and creamy white chocolate chips. Soft, chewy, and easy to make, these bars combine buttery sweetness with a festive crunch, making them a crowd-pleaser for holiday gatherings or gift-giving.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Add-ins
- 1 cup red and green M&Ms
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Then add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly to create a creamy batter.
- Add Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bars tender.
- Fold in M&Ms and Chips: Gently fold in three-quarters of the red and green M&Ms along with the white chocolate chips, reserving the remaining M&Ms to decorate the top of the bars.
- Bake: Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle the remaining M&Ms on top and press them lightly into the dough for a decorative finish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan, ensuring they set properly. Once cooled, slice into 24 squares and serve or store as desired.
Notes
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleaner slices.
- Do not overbake to maintain soft and chewy texture.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a festive twist, switch white chocolate chips to butterscotch or peanut butter chips.
- Ensure melted butter is cooled slightly so eggs do not cook upon mixing.
