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Valentine M&M Cookie Bars

Valentine M&M Cookie Bars

These Valentine M&M Cookie Bars are a delightful treat bursting with flavor, perfect for celebrating love and joy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Sweet Moments
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Butter, softened adds richness and moisture
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar adds a delightful caramel flavor
  • 3/4 cup White Sugar balances sweetness
  • 2 Eggs acts as a binder
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract enhances flavor
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour provides the base
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda helps the bars rise
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips adds richness
  • 1 cup Valentine M&M's adds color and crunch

Equipment

  • 9 x 13-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

How to Make Valentine M&M Cookie Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (162°C) and prepare a 9 x 13-inch baking pan.
  2. Cream together 1 cup of softened butter, 1 cup of brown sugar, and 3/4 cup of white sugar until smooth.
  3. Incorporate 2 eggs one at a time and then add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together 3 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of baking soda and mix into the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 cup of Valentine M&M's.
  6. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Press extra chocolate chips and M&M's on top immediately after baking.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle with sea salt for a sweet and salty contrast. Store cookie bars in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature. They can be refrigerated for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 2 months.

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