✨ A Short, Perfect Introduction
These Easter Cookie Bars are made with just a few ingredients and one cake mix — giving you buttery, chewy cookie bars packed with pastel M&M’s and gooey chocolate. 🌸💛 They’re perfect for Easter baskets, parties, or a sweet spring surprise!
📋 Prep Time: 5 minutes
❄️ Chill Time: None
⏱️ Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 20 bars
🔥 Calories per Serving: 210 kcal
🛒 Ingredients
- 🎂 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 🧈 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 🥚 2 large eggs
- 🍫 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 🍬 1 cup pastel M&M’s (Easter or spring colors)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease or line a 9×13” baking pan with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix the Dough
In a large bowl, combine cake mix 🎂, melted butter 🧈, and eggs 🥚. Stir until a thick dough forms.
3️⃣ Add the Goodies
Fold in chocolate chips 🍫 and about 3/4 of the M&M’s 🍬.
4️⃣ Press and Decorate
Press dough evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining M&M’s on top and gently press them in.
5️⃣ Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes or until edges are golden and the center is set. Do not overbake!
6️⃣ Cool & Slice
Cool completely before cutting into squares. Enjoy!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Only 5 ingredients and 1 bowl — no mixer needed 🙌
- Bright, festive, and perfect for Easter baskets or parties 🐣
- Soft and chewy with just the right touch of crisp edges 🍪
- Easily customizable for any holiday (just swap M&M colors!) 🎉
🔥 Helpful Tips
- For extra gooeyness, underbake slightly and let set while cooling
- Add chopped mini eggs, sprinkles, or white chocolate chips for fun
- Store in an airtight container for 4–5 days (if they last!)
- Great for gifting — wrap individually in clear bags with ribbon! 🎁