Christmas Bar Cookies

Christmas cookie bars cut into squares with a golden brown top and red and green sprinkles

5 from 1 vote

These Christmas Bar Cookies are an irresistible combination of chewy cookie goodness and holiday flair. They're soft, buttery, and filled with red and green M&Ms for a hint of chocolate and Christmas cheer. From holiday parties to gifting, these cookie bars are guaranteed to impress.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: christmas, Christmas bar cookies, Cookie bars

Servings:

Calories: 657kcal

Author: Chandice Probst

Cost: 15

Ingredients

2 cups butter softened
2 1/2 cups sugar
6 eggs
7 cups of flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
4 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
4 teaspoons almond extract
1/4 cup red and green sprinkles
1/2 cup red and green M&Ms
1/3 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease or line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar until evenly combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the sprinkles, M&Ms, and chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cookie bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Can I substitute the almond extract?

Yes, you can leave out the almond extract or replace it with another flavor. Peppermint or maple extract will add a festive twist. This is a great way to customize the flavor of your cookies to your liking.

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