Description
These Christmas cookie bars are a festive treat featuring a mix of white and semi-sweet chocolate chips, dried cranberries, and colorful sprinkles. Soft and chewy, they are perfect for holiday gatherings and sure to spread joy during the celebrations!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional, pecans or walnuts recommended)
- 1 cup dried cranberries or cherries
- 1 cup sprinkles (red and green for Christmas)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in the white chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate chips, chopped nuts (if using), dried cranberries or cherries, and sprinkles.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the bars cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cool, cut into squares or rectangles (about 24 pieces).
- Drizzle melted white chocolate over the top or sprinkle more festive sprinkles if desired.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
- Serve with milk or your favorite holiday beverage and enjoy with family and friends!
Notes
- For a nut-free version, simply omit the chopped nuts.
- Feel free to customize the mix-ins based on your preferences or what you have on hand.
- These cookie bars are perfect for holiday cookie exchanges or as a festive dessert for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes