Description
Indulgent cake mix cookie bars blend classic dessert magic into one irresistible treat. Chocolate chips and rich texture create a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) butter
- 2 cups (340 grams) M&Ms
Optional Toppings/Mix-ins:
- None listed in original recipe
Baking Essentials:
- None listed in original recipe
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350°F. Coat a 9×9 inch pan with grease and create a parchment paper sling for easy removal.
- In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine yellow cake mix, melted butter, and eggs until achieving a uniform, dense consistency.
- Gently incorporate M&Ms into the batter, reserving a small portion for decorative topping if desired.
- Carefully spread the thick batter across the prepared pan, ensuring even distribution and pressing into all corners.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the surface turns golden brown and a toothpick emerges clean when inserted into the center. The edges should appear crisp while maintaining a soft interior.
- Allow the baked bars to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then utilize the parchment sling to transfer to a cutting surface. Slice into nine equal squares or adjust size as preferred.
Notes
- Swap cake mix for gluten-free alternatives to accommodate dietary restrictions, ensuring everyone can enjoy these delightful bars.
- Use room temperature eggs and butter for smoother batter mixing and more consistent texture, preventing potential lumps or uneven distribution.
- Check doneness early by testing with a toothpick around 22-25 minutes, as ovens vary and you want to maintain a soft, gooey center without burning the edges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg