Description
4th of July Cake-Mix Cookie Bars are a vibrant, festive treat that makes summer celebrations even more special. With just four simple ingredients, these cookie bars come together quickly, making them perfect for last-minute gatherings and Independence Day festivities. The colorful M&Ms create a visually striking dessert that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Enjoy the soft, chewy texture paired with a delightful buttery flavor for a sweet addition to your summer spread. Whether at a picnic, barbecue, or family reunion, these easy cookie bars are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 2 cups M&Ms
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13 baking pan by greasing it and lining it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, eggs, and softened butter. Mix until well blended.
- Gently fold in the M&Ms until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before lifting out of the pan using parchment paper and cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (about 50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg