Easter Cake Mix Cookie Bars
Easy and festive Easter Cake Mix Cookie Bars that combine classic yellow cake mix with spring-themed M&M's and chocolate chips, perfect for quick holiday treats and gift-giving.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking pan
- Large bowl
- Mixing Spoon or Spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) classic yellow cake mix provides tender crumb and sweet vanilla flavor
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil can substitute canola oil
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips melty pockets of chocolate
- 1 cup spring-themed M&M's candies colorful and festive
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper with an overhang for easy removal.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until thick and uniform with no dry streaks.
- Step 3: Fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips and spring-themed M&M's until evenly distributed.
- Step 4: Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan, moistening fingers or lightly greasing a spatula to smooth the surface.
- Step 5: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until edges are light golden brown and center is set but not wet. A toothpick may come out with moist crumbs.
- Step 6: Let bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack to firm up for easier slicing.
- Step 7: Use parchment overhang to lift bars from pan and cut into 16 squares or desired size. Serve and enjoy.
Notes
Use white or funfetti cake mix for a different flavor and look. Substitute or add mix-ins like nuts or other candies. Store bars in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate up to a week. Freeze wrapped bars for up to 3 months.