Description
Looking for a simple, festive dessert to celebrate Easter? These Easter Cake Mix Cookie Bars are incredibly easy to make, deliciously sweet, and perfect for any Easter gathering. With vibrant sprinkles, a soft cake-like texture, and colorful pastel candies, these cookie bars will brighten up your dessert table and make everyone smile!
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Ingredients
- 1 box of vanilla cake mix (or funfetti for extra color)
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (or other chips of your choice)
- ½ cup Easter-themed sprinkles (or regular sprinkles)
- 1 cup pastel-colored M&Ms (or any Easter candy of choice)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Step 2: Mix the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined, creating a thick dough-like consistency.
Step 3: Add the Mix-ins
Fold in the white chocolate chips, sprinkles, and pastel M&Ms. You can also use any other Easter-themed candy or chocolate you like!
Step 4: Bake the Bars
Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (slightly moist crumbs are okay). Keep in mind that the bars will continue to firm up as they cool.
Step 5: Cool and Cut
Let the cookie bars cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, cut them into squares or bars. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Don’t Overbake: Keep an eye on your bars while baking. Overbaking can result in dry bars. A soft, chewy texture is the key!
- Add More Candies: For extra Easter flair, feel free to add more candies, like jelly beans or mini chocolate eggs, on top of the batter before baking.
- Colorful Frosting: For a fun twist, drizzle some pastel-colored frosting over the bars for an extra pop of sweetness!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Cuisine: American, Dessert