Soft and chewy peanut butter cookie bars filled with chocolate M&Ms. Everyone will love the soft and chewy texture of the cookie bars and the delicious peanut butter and chocolate flavors. They make the perfect easy dessert to bake for any occasion.
The cookie dough is made like a classic peanut butter cookie dough, except for the addition of M&Ms folded into the cookie dough. Evenly press the cookie dough into a greased 8-inch square baking dish. Bake until the center comes out clean with a toothpick. Let cool completely before cutting into bars and serving.
Peanut Butter M&M Cookie Bars
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup M&Ms
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda. In a large bowl, mix together butter, peanut butter and both sugars until fluffy.
- Add in egg and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth. Add in flour mixture and mix until it is fully combined. Fold in the M&Ms. Press the cookie dough evenly into a greased 8-inch square baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
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