Soft and chewy peanut butter cookie bars filled with Christmas themed red and green 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 treat to bake this Christmas season.
The cookie dough is made similar to a classic peanut butter cookie dough, except for the addition of Christmas themed M&Ms folded into the cookie dough. Evenly press the cookie dough into a greased square baking dish and bake until the center comes out clean with a toothpick. Let cool completely before cutting into bars and serving.
Peanut Butter Christmas 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 Christmas 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 the flour mixture and mix until it is fully combined. Fold in the M&Ms. Evenly press the cookie dough into a 8-inch square baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes.
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