These Easter cookie bars are the perfect spring treat and so easy to make! 

 

INGREDIENTS: 

1 cup	Butter or margarine, softened
3/4 cup	Sugar
3/4 cup	Brown sugar, packed
2	Eggs, large
2 teaspoons	Vanilla
2 1/4 cups	Flour, unsifted
1 teaspoon	Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon	Salt
1/2 cup	M&Ms  + a few to sprinkle on top

 

 

STEP BY STEP:  

1. Heat your oven to 375 F. 
2. Stir flour with baking soda and salt; set aside. 
3. In large mixing bowl, beat butter with sugar, and brown sugar at medium speed until creamy and lightened in color.  *Pro tip- brown the butter to really take it to the next level.*
4. Add eggs and vanilla, one at a time. Mix on low speed until incorporated.
5. Gradually blend dry mixture into creamed mixture. Stir in chocolate chips.
6. Add 1/2 a cup of M&Ms. Mix some M&Ms in the mix and save a few to put on top for color!
7. Use a brownie sheet lined with parchment paper to get an extra thick cookie bar.
8. Bake for 35 mins or until cooked all the way through and golden brown on top.
9. ENJOY !