Easter cookie bars
Delicious Easter cookie bars loaded with colorful M&Ms and sprinkles, perfect for a festive holiday treat that's easy to make and loved by all ages.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup Easter M&Ms or your favorite color
- 0.5 cup Easter sprinkles use jimmies for best results
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a metal 9x13 inch pan with foil and spray well with cooking spray.
- Mix butter and brown sugar with a stand or hand mixer until crumbly. Mix in eggs and vanilla until smooth. Mix in salt, baking powder, then flour. Stir in M&Ms and sprinkles.
- Spread mixture in prepared pan. The dough is wet, so spray your hands with cooking spray and smooth the dough with your hands to get an even layer. Top with remaining mix-ins.
- Bake for about 22 to 25 minutes until edges start to turn golden. Err on the side of underbaking. Bars will finish baking as they cool. Slice into bars.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to a month.
Notes
These cookie bars are perfect for Easter celebrations and can be customized with your favorite candies for an extra festive touch.