Delicious Christmas Cookie Bars Recipe for Festive Treats! Recipe
These Delicious Christmas Cookie Bars are a festive and easy-to-make treat perfect for holiday gatherings. Soft, buttery, and packed with chocolate chips and optional holiday sprinkles or nuts, they bring a joyful flavor to your dessert table. This recipe yields tender bars with a delightful balance of sweetness and a hint of crunch from add-ins, baked to golden perfection in a convenient 9×13-inch pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 24 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Add-ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- Holiday sprinkles or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the cookie bars after baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This process takes about 3-4 minutes and helps incorporate air for a tender texture.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. This step helps bind the ingredients and adds moisture to the bars.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. This ensures the leavening agent and salt are evenly distributed throughout the flour.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookie bars tender and prevent them from becoming tough.
- Fold in Add-ins: Fold in the chocolate chips and any optional holiday sprinkles or nuts to add festive flavor and texture to the bars.
- Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to spread the mixture smoothly for even baking.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool: Allow the cookie bars to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. This lets them set properly for easier slicing.
- Slice and Serve: Transfer the bars to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, slice into squares or rectangles and enjoy your festive Christmas treat!
Notes
- For an egg-free version, substitute eggs with a flaxseed mixture by combining 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed with 6 tablespoons water; let it thicken before adding.
- Using parchment paper makes removing the bars from the pan easier and cleaner.
- Customize your bars by adding nuts like walnuts or pecans, or festive sprinkles to increase visual appeal and texture.
- Store cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
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