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Christmas M&M Cookie Bars

Close-up of delicious Christmas cookie bars topped with red and green M&Ms on a white plate.

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Festive cookie bars packed with colorful M&Ms, perfect for holiday parties and cookie exchanges.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups M&Ms (holiday colors)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  2. Cream butter and sugars until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
  3. Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  4. Fold in 1 cup of M&Ms. Spread dough evenly in the pan.
  5. Press remaining M&Ms on top. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Freeze for longer storage.
  • Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.

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