M&M Cookie Bars
These M&M Cookie Bars are thick, chewy, and packed with colorful M&M candies. With a soft center and golden edges, they're perfect for parties, bake sales, or a sweet treat any day of the week!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- 8x8-inch baking dish greased or lined with parchment paper
- Oven preheated to 350°F
- Spatula for mixing and spreading dough
- Cooling rack for cooling the cookie bars
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup M&M candies divided, reserve some for topping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined. Fold in most of the M&M candies, reserving a handful for topping.
- Spread the dough evenly into the prepared 8x8 inch baking dish using a spatula. Sprinkle the reserved M&M candies on top and gently press them into the dough.
- Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the cookie bars to cool in the baking dish for 10 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing into bars. Enjoy!
Notes
- Optional Equipment: A stand mixer can be used to mix the dough more quickly.
- Customization: Add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture and flavor.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Serving Tip: Warm in the microwave for a few seconds and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert.