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4th of July Cake-Mix Cookie Bars

Delicious 4th of July Cake-Mix Cookie Bars to Celebrate Summer

These vibrant 4th of July Cake-Mix Cookie Bars combine cake mix with festive M&M's, making them a perfect, crowd-pleasing dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix Can be swapped for chocolate or gluten-free.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature for better mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Melted for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup M&M's Opt for red, white, and blue for a festive touch.
For Toppings (Optional)
  • 1/2 cup Whipped Cream For adding creaminess on top.
  • 1 scoop Ice Cream Served warm for a decadent dessert.
  • 1 tablespoon Sprinkles Patriotic sprinkles for extra flair.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking pan by greasing it and lining with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, and melted butter, stirring until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in the M&M's until evenly distributed.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown at the edges and soft in the center.
  6. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift out and cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days. Refrigerate for up to 10 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for a warm treat.

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