Description

If you’re looking for a cheerful, crowd-pleasing dessert that’s as fun to make as it is to eat, these Easter M&M Cookie Bars are just the treat! With soft, buttery dough packed full of pastel-colored M&Ms, this easy recipe makes a festive addition to your spring baking list. Whether you’re after a quick breakfast sweet bite, an easy recipe for Easter brunch, or some new dessert food ideas for a potluck, these cookie bars deliver delicious results every time.

They offer a golden, chewy center and slightly crisp edges, bursting with chocolate and sprinkled with color. This treat is not only visually stunning but also incredibly satisfying—perfect for those who love simple, homemade desserts with a seasonal twist. These are your go-to dessert bars for everything from birthday parties to fun family baking sessions.

Ingredients

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

1 cup light brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

2 tsp vanilla extract

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1 1/2 cups pastel Easter M&Ms (plus extra for topping)

Optional: 1/2 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined.
Fold in the M&Ms and optional white chocolate chips.
Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan and press a few extra M&Ms on top.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden on the edges and just set in the center.
Let cool completely before cutting into squares.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Category: Dessert