Description
Celebrate Easter with these irresistibly chewy and colorful Easter Cookie Bars! Made with a simple cake mix base, these bars are packed with festive M&M candies and melty chocolate chips, making them the perfect sweet treat for springtime gatherings. Quick to prepare and fun to customize, they’re sure to be a holiday favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup Easter M&M candies
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly coat a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Mix the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully blended.
- Add the Sweetness: Gently fold in the Easter M&M candies and chocolate chips, distributing them evenly.
- Spread & Bake: Evenly spread the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.
- Cool & Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing into squares. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a unique twist, try different cake mix flavors like chocolate, funfetti, or strawberry.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- To make ahead, freeze baked bars for up to 2 months—just thaw before serving!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American