Christmas Cookie Bars
Golden, chewy, and irresistibly festive, these Christmas Cookie Bars capture the warmth of the holidays in every bite. Easy to bake and perfect for sharing, they're a nostalgic treat filled with chocolate chips and seasonal flair.
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- electric mixer
- spatula
- 9x13-inch baking pan
- parchment paper
- cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup festive sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang.
- In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until dough forms.
- Fold in chocolate chips and sprinkles, if using.
- Spread dough evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes or until edges are golden and center is slightly soft.
- Cool completely in pan. Then lift out and slice into squares.
Notes
For a festive twist, top with crushed peppermint or drizzle melted white chocolate before serving. To make ahead, freeze the sliced bars in layers with parchment paper. Bars stay soft for days when stored in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 210IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.9mg