These Christmas M&M Cookie Bars are the perfect holiday dessert—soft, chewy, and loaded with colorful red and green M&Ms that instantly bring festive vibes to your table. Made with a rich cookie base and gooey chocolate layers, these bars are an easy yet irresistible Christmas treat for family gatherings, parties, and cookie exchanges.
Each bite is packed with buttery goodness, melty chocolate, and crunchy candy pieces, making them a favorite for both kids and adults. The vibrant Christmas colors and sprinkle topping make these cookie bars not only delicious but also visually stunning—perfect for holiday photos, gifting, or dessert platters.
Whether you’re looking for a quick Christmas dessert, a crowd-pleasing holiday recipe, or a festive sweet for your Christmas table, these M&M Cookie Bars are guaranteed to impress with minimal effort.
✨ Easy to make
✨ Perfect for Christmas & holidays
✨ Kid-friendly and party-ready
🧈 Ingredients – Christmas M&M Cookie Bars
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1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
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1 cup brown sugar
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½ cup white granulated sugar
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2 large eggs (room temperature)
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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1½ cups Christmas M&M candies (red & green)
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1 cup chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet)
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2 tablespoons Christmas sprinkles (optional)
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup white granulated sugar
2 large eggs (room temperature)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1½ cups Christmas M&M candies (red & green)
1 cup chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet)
2 tablespoons Christmas sprinkles (optional)
✨ Optional Add-Ins
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½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
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¼ teaspoon cinnamon (for warm holiday flavor)
½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
¼ teaspoon cinnamon (for warm holiday flavor)
👩🍳 How to Make Christmas M&M Cookie Bars
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Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs and vanilla extract and mix well.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
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Fold in chocolate chips and most of the M&Ms.
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Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
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Top with remaining M&Ms and festive sprinkles.
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Bake for 22–28 minutes or until edges are golden and center is slightly soft.
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Cool completely, then cut into squares or bars.
🎅 Baking Tips for Best Results
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Don’t overbake — soft center = chewy bars
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Use Christmas-colored M&Ms for best festive look
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Let bars cool fully before cutting for clean slices
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Line the pan for easy removal
❄️ Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
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Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days
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Refrigerate for up to 7 days
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Freeze for up to 2 months (perfect for advance holiday prep)
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Easy one-bowl recipe
✔ Kid-friendly & party-perfect
✔ Bright Christmas colors
✔ Great for gifting & dessert tables
