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Ultimate Chewy Christmas Sprinkle and M&M Cookie Bars

A close-up of a thick slice of christmas cookie bars studded with red and green M&Ms and colorful sprinkles.
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Make these easy, one-pan Christmas cookie bars loaded with festive M&Ms and sprinkles. They are perfectly chewy and simple for any holiday gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup holiday M&Ms (red and green)
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup festive Christmas sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This takes about 2 to 3 minutes with an electric mixer.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix the dough.
  6. Gently fold in the holiday M&Ms, white chocolate chips, and most of the festive sprinkles, reserving a small amount for the top.
  7. Press the cookie dough evenly into the prepared 9×13 inch pan. Sprinkle the reserved sprinkles over the top.
  8. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the center is set. For chewy bars, slightly underbake.
  9. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.
  10. Once cool, slice into squares. These are great for make ahead holiday bars.

Notes

  • For the chewiest texture, use light brown sugar and make sure you do not overbake the bars.
  • You can substitute the M&Ms with any holiday candy or mix-ins you prefer for colorful Christmas treats.
  • These bars store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
  • This recipe is a fantastic example of simple Christmas baking that yields crowd pleasing Christmas bars.

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