Get ready to experience the most irresistible dessert that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These M&Ms Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are not just another boring cookie recipe - they're a decadent, crowd-pleasing treat that combines the classic comfort of chocolate chip cookies with the colorful crunch of M&Ms. Imagine sinking your teeth into a soft, chewy bar packed with melty chocolate chips and vibrant candy pieces that will have everyone begging for seconds (and thirds)!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 servings
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup M&Ms
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal later.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together using an electric mixer. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Add vanilla extract and eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even incorporation.
- Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and M&Ms using a rubber spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Transfer the cookie dough to the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly and smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan and transfer to a wire rack.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into 24 bars. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Tips
- • Make sure your butter is softened, but not melted, for the perfect cookie bar texture. • Don't overmix the dough - this can lead to tough, dense bars instead of soft and chewy ones. • Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting of your bars. • For extra indulgence, sprinkle some additional M&Ms on top of the dough before baking. • Let the bars cool completely before cutting to ensure clean, neat edges. • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and soft texture. • For a fun variation, try using different flavored M&Ms or mix in some chopped nuts. • Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation into the batter. • Check your bars a few minutes before the recommended baking time to prevent overcooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 29g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 20mg
