Easter Cake Mix Cookie Bars

These Easter Cake Mix Cookie Bars are the perfect treat for any spring gathering. They’re easy to make, chewy, and packed with chocolatey goodness from semi-sweet chocolate chips and colorful Easter M&Ms. The best part? They use a simple cake mix, making them a breeze to prepare.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Super Quick & Easy: Only 6 ingredients and no chilling required.
• Soft, Chewy, and Loaded with Chocolate: Combines the best of cookies and bars.
• Perfect for Easter & Spring: Bright, festive, and perfectly themed.
• Made with Cake Mix: Cuts down on prep time while keeping the flavor amazing.
• Great for Parties & Gifts: These bars travel well and make great edible gifts.

Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
• 2 eggs
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup Easter M&M candies
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat & Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Make the Dough: Combine the cake mix, eggs, oil, and vanilla extract in a large bowl. Stir until a soft dough forms. Fold in the Easter M&Ms and chocolate chips.
3. Press & Bake: Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
4. Cool & Slice: Let the bars cool completely before slicing into squares.

Serving and Storage Tips

• Serve: Perfect for Easter brunch, dessert tables, or spring gatherings. Pair with milk, tea, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• Store: Room temperature (up to 5 days), refrigerator (up to 1 week), or freezer (up to 2 months).

Helpful Notes

• Variations: Try different cake mix flavors or add-ins like nuts or coconut for extra texture.
• More Colorful: Press extra M&Ms on top before baking for a brighter look.
• Different Chocolate: Experiment with white chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, or peanut butter chips.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Different Cake Mix: Yes, you can use white, funfetti, chocolate, or strawberry cake mix.
2. Sticky Dough: Lightly grease your hands or spatula with cooking spray.
3. Make Ahead: These bars stay fresh for up to 5 days.
4. Clean Slices: Let cool completely and use a sharp knife.
5. Add Frosting: A light drizzle of vanilla glaze or cream cheese frosting works well.

These Easter Cake Mix Cookie Bars are a delightful combination of cookies and bars, offering a quick, easy, and festive dessert solution for any Easter celebration.

Easter Cake Mix Cookie Bars

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Ingredients

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• 1 box yellow cake mix 15.25 oz
• 2 eggs
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup Easter M&M candies
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

 

 

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare the Baking Pan

•  Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
•  Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2: Make the Dough

•  In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
•  Stir until a soft, thick dough forms. (It may seem dry at first, but keep mixing—it will come together!)
•  Fold in the Easter M&Ms and chocolate chips, making sure they are evenly distributed.

Step 3: Press & Bake

•  Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. (Tip: Use a spatula or lightly greased hands to spread it out smoothly!)
•  Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.

Step 4: Cool & Slice

•  Let the bars cool completely before slicing into squares. (This helps them set properly and makes for cleaner cuts!)
•  Serve and enjoy these festive, chewy, and chocolate-packed cookie bars!

Notes

1. 1. Use Different Cake Mix Flavors – Swap yellow cake mix for white, vanilla, or even funfetti for a new twist!

1. 1. Add Extra Crunch! – Mix in chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or crushed pretzels for extra texture.

1. 1. For a More Colorful Look – Press extra M&Ms on top before baking for a brighter, more festive finish.

1. 1. Use a Different Chocolate – Try white chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, or peanut butter chips for a fun variation!

1. Make It a Cookie Cake! – Instead of cutting into bars, bake the dough in a round pan for a festive Easter cookie cake.

• Author: James Smith