CHRISTMAS M&M COOKIE BARS
The holiday season is incomplete without the aroma of freshly baked treats wafting through the air. Our CHRISTMAS M&M COOKIE BARS are a perfect blend of traditional holiday flavors and modern convenience. Join us on a culinary journey as we guide you through the process of creating these delightful festive treats.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Unsalted butter (at room temperature) | 1 cup |
| Light brown sugar | 1 cup |
| Granulated sugar | 3/4 cup |
| Large eggs | 2 |
| Vanilla | 2 teaspoons |
| All-purpose flour | 3 cups |
| Baking soda | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Chocolate chips | 1 cup (plus more for tops if desired) |
| M&M’s | 1 cup (plus more for tops if desired) |
Instructions:
Follow these enchanting steps to create the perfect CHRISTMAS M&M COOKIE BARS.
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- Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- Line a 9×13″ pan with foil for thick bars or a 15×10″ pan for thinner bars.
- Leave an overhang for easy removal and spray with non-stick spray.
- Cream and Mix:
- In a large bowl using a mixer, cream together the butter and sugars for 1 minute.
- Add the eggs and vanilla, mixing until combined.
- Combine and Fold:
- Add the flour, baking soda, and salt, stirring just until combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and M&M’s, saving about 1/4 cup for the top.
- Scoop and Bake:
- Scoop the cookie dough into the pan.
- Place extra M&M’s and chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is barely golden brown.
- Cool and Enjoy:
- Allow to cool completely, then remove and slice.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
