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Gooey Christmas Cookie Bars

Irresistibly Gooey Christmas Cookie Bars for Holiday Cheer

These Gooey Christmas Cookie Bars are a festive and easy treat, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted for a lighter texture
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder leavening agent for chewy bars
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened, use room temperature for best results
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed for extra moisture and flavor
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar adds a lovely crispness
  • 2 large eggs room temperature for better blending
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances overall flavor
Mix-ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet or dark for richness
  • 1 cup festive sprinkles bring in the holiday cheer!

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking pan
  • oven

Method
 

Baking Process
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the mixture, blending well until everything is thoroughly combined.
  4. Combine the flour, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Fold in the chocolate chips and festive sprinkles gently until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into a greased baking pan.
  8. Bake for 25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool the bars in the pan before cutting into squares for about 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Dust with powdered sugar for an extra festive touch. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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