Cadbury Egg Cookie Bars (Print version)

Soft, chewy bars packed with chopped Cadbury mini eggs and colorful pastel M&Ms for festive snacking.

# Required ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
05 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
06 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
08 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

→ Mix-ins

09 - 1 cup Cadbury mini eggs, chopped
10 - 1 cup pastel M&Ms

# How to make it:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk melted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth and combined.
04 - Add eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, whisking until fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture using a spatula, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Gently fold chopped Cadbury mini eggs and half of the pastel M&Ms into the dough.
07 - Spread dough evenly into prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining M&Ms and extra mini egg pieces over the top for decoration.
08 - Bake for 23 to 26 minutes, or until edges are golden and center is just set. Avoid overbaking for optimal texture.
09 - Remove from oven and cool completely in pan before lifting out and cutting into bars.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy preparation in just 40 minutes total
  • No chilling required—just mix, spread, and bake
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd with 16 generous bars
  • Features the beloved combination of Cadbury mini eggs and pastel M&Ms
  • Ideal for Easter celebrations, spring parties, or bake sales
  • Soft, chewy texture that stays fresh for days
02 -
  • For extra gooey bars, slightly underbake by 2-3 minutes
  • Use parchment paper with overhang for easy removal and clean cutting
  • Let bars cool completely before cutting to prevent crumbling
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days
  • Chop Cadbury eggs into chunky pieces for better distribution
  • Reserve some candies to press into the top before baking for visual appeal
  • Use a sharp knife wiped clean between cuts for neat edges
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