Easter Cake Mix Cookie Bars: A Festive and Easy Treat for Your Easter Celebration
Easter is all about joy, family, and of course—sweet treats! These Easter Cake Mix Cookie Bars bring back memories of baking with loved ones, sneaking a few M&M’s before they made it into the mix. Soft, chewy, and packed with chocolatey goodness, they’re the perfect dessert for Easter weekend! Whether you’re making them for a festive gathering or just a cozy treat at home, these bars will disappear fast. Give them a try and let us know how they turn out!
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 25min
- Total Time: 35min
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup Easter M&M candies
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Mix Dough: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined. Gently fold in the Easter M&M candies and semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Spread Dough: Transfer the dough to the prepared dish and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the dish before slicing into squares. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Cake Mix Variations: Feel free to experiment with different cake mix flavors like chocolate, funfetti, or strawberry for a fun twist.
- Cooling Time: Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing to ensure clean, even cuts.
- Add-Ins: Customize your bars by adding nuts, white chocolate chips, or even sprinkles for extra flair.
Nutrition
- Calories: 238 kcal 1 bar
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 31mg