Description

These festive Christmas Cookie Bars are loaded with holiday cheer, featuring red and green chocolate candies, white chocolate chips, and colorful sprinkles. Soft, chewy, and irresistibly sweet, they make the perfect treat to share during the holiday season. Easy to prepare and quick to bake, these bars capture all the classic flavors of a Christmas cookie in a convenient and delicious bar form.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

2 1/2 cups (310g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Mix-ins and Toppings

1 cup (180g) red and green chocolate candies (like M&Ms)
1/2 cup (90g) white chocolate chips
1/4 cup (40g) holiday sprinkles

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Instructions

Preheat the 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 facilitate easy removal of the cookie bars.
Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This creates a smooth base for your cookie bars. Next, add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated. Stir in the vanilla extract to add warmth and enhance flavor.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients into your wet ingredients bowl, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the dough which can lead to tougher bars.
Add Holiday Mix-ins: Gently fold in the red and green chocolate candies, white chocolate chips, and half of the holiday sprinkles. Folding carefully ensures even distribution without melting the candies or chips.
Spread and Bake: Transfer the dough into the prepared baking pan and press it evenly into a smooth layer. Sprinkle the remaining holiday sprinkles generously on top to add colorful decoration and texture. Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until the edges turn a beautiful golden brown.
Cool and Cut: Allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan. Cooling is essential as it helps the bars to set properly, making them easier to cut. Once cooled, cut into 24 square bars and serve or store as desired.

Notes

Make sure the butter is softened but not melted for the best texture.
Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleaner edges.
You can substitute the red and green candies with any festive colored candies if preferred.
Allow bars to cool completely before cutting to avoid crumbling.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American