Christmas Cookie Bars
Christmas Cookie Bars are a delightful holiday treat that brings together rich, buttery flavors and chewy textures in every bite. Loaded with chocolate chips and topped with festive sprinkles, these bars are perfect for sharing at holiday gatherings or enjoying during cozy nights at home. Easy to prepare, they’re bound to become a cherished addition to your seasonal baking tradition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk)
- 1/4 cup sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and sprinkles gently.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
- Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in nuts or dried fruits. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.