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Christmas Bars


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4.8 from 46 reviews

  • Author: stella
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful festive treats with a rich, buttery base and gooey chocolate chips, perfect for any holiday gathering.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup holiday-themed M&M’s (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, stirring until blended.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, folding gently until combined.
  4. Fold in the chocolate chips and M&M’s (if using).
  5. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow to cool in the pan before cutting into squares.

Notes

For variations, consider adding nuts or dried fruit. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg