M&Ms Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

M&Ms Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

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

  1. 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  2. 1 teaspoon baking soda
  3. 1/2 teaspoon salt
  4. 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  5. 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  6. 3/4 cup brown sugar
  7. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  8. 2 large eggs
  9. 1 cup chocolate chips
  10. 1 cup M&Ms

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal later.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and M&Ms using a rubber spatula, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
  7. Transfer the cookie dough to the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly and smoothing the top with a spatula.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. Allow to cool completely before cutting into 24 bars. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Tips

  1. • 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

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