Description
These Classic M&M Cookie Bars are the perfect combination of chewy, buttery cookie dough and colorful candy-coated chocolate. Loaded with regular M&Ms and melty semisweet chocolate chips, this easy-to-make dessert bar is a crowd-pleaser for birthdays, holidays, or any casual get-together.
Ingredients
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2⅔ cups all-purpose flour (320g)
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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¾ teaspoon salt
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened (226g)
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1 cup packed light brown sugar (220g)
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½ cup granulated sugar (100g)
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2 large eggs
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2½ teaspoons vanilla extract
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1 cup regular M&Ms, plus more for sprinkling (220g)
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½ cup semisweet chocolate chips, plus more for sprinkling (90g)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, using a hand mixer or stand mixer, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
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Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Fold in the M&Ms and semisweet chocolate chips.
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Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle additional M&Ms and chocolate chips on top for decoration.
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Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars and serving.
Notes
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For softer bars, do not overbake.
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You can swap M&Ms for other candy-coated chocolates or use seasonal varieties.
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Bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Use parchment paper to lift the entire slab out of the pan easily for clean slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American