Description
Red, White & Blue M&M’S Cookie Bars are the perfect festive treat for your 4th of July celebrations or any fun gathering. Bursting with vibrant colors and delightful flavors, these cookie bars combine the sweetness of Red, White & Blue M&M’S and mini chocolate chips for an irresistible dessert. Easy to make and shareable, they bring joy to both kids and adults alike. Whether you serve them as individual pieces or transform them into delicious ice cream sandwiches, these cookie bars will surely impress your guests. Enjoy the perfect balance of chewy texture and crunchy toppings while creating lasting memories with this crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 2 sticks butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups Red, White & Blue M&M'S (plus more for topping)
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips (plus more for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 9×13 aluminum baking dish with foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a stand mixer, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually add flour, baking soda, and salt; mix until just combined.
- Fold in M&M'S and chocolate chips; reserve some for topping.
- Transfer dough to prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Press additional M&M'S and chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Use room temperature butter for better mixing. Don’t overmix after adding flour to keep bars soft. Adjust baking times according to your oven’s performance.