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Christmas Cookie Bars

Delicious Christmas Cookie Bars for Quick Holiday Joy

These Christmas Cookie Bars are quick to make, perfect for festive gatherings and sharing with friends and family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for binding
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Vital for structure
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
For the Festive Touch
  • 1 cup M&Ms Colorful flair
  • 1/4 cup Sprinkles Optional but recommended

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch metal pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Aluminum foil
  • Cooking Spray

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the pan with aluminum foil and cooking spray.
  2. Cream the room-temperature butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and well combined.
  4. Incorporate the baking powder and salt, then gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing gently.
  5. Fold in the M&Ms and sprinkles, reserving some for the top.
  6. Spread the cookie dough evenly in the prepared pan and press down gently.
  7. Bake for 22-25 minutes until golden brown, then cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes.
  8. Lift the bars out using the foil and cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness. These bars can be made a day in advance for enhanced flavor.

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