Gooey Christmas Cookie Bars (Recipe for Printing)
Perfect for holiday parties, these gooey Christmas cookie bars blend brown sugar, creamy butter, and festive M&Ms for an easy crowd-pleaser. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Base Ingredients
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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2 cups packed brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup Christmas M&Ms
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13 inch metal pan with foil and coat thoroughly with non-stick spray. Avoid using a glass dish.
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Combine unsalted butter and packed brown sugar in a mixing bowl and blend using a stand mixer or hand mixer until crumbly. Incorporate eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until the batter is smooth.
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Add salt and baking powder, ensuring even distribution. Gradually mix in all-purpose flour until just combined. Gently fold in the M&Ms.
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Transfer the dough to the prepared pan. Lightly coat your hands with cooking spray and use them to press and spread the dough evenly in the pan. Add any remaining M&Ms on top.
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Bake for 22 to 25 minutes or until the top is just turning golden. Avoid overbaking to maintain a gooey texture, as residual heat will continue the baking process after removal.
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Allow bars to cool completely in the pan. Slice into desired portions before serving. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.
# Extra Tips:
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Metal pans conduct heat more efficiently than glass, helping achieve ideal bar texture.