Pin it Soft, chewy cookie bars packed with chocolate chips, festive sprinkles, and a hint of holiday spice make these the perfect treat for sharing during the Christmas season.
I always make these bars when friends and family come over during the holidays. They disappear quickly and everyone looks forward to the festive sprinkles and rich chocolate chips.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups (280 g)
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon (optional, for a holiday twist)
- Unsalted butter: 3/4 cup (170 g), melted and slightly cooled
- Light brown sugar: 1 cup (200 g), packed
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100 g)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Pure vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 1 1/2 cups (270 g)
- Red and green holiday sprinkles: 1/2 cup (75 g)
- Chopped walnuts or pecans: 1/2 cup (60 g) (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Pan:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking until fully incorporated.
- Combine:
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Add-ins:
- Fold in the chocolate chips, sprinkles, and nuts if using, reserving a few chocolate chips and sprinkles for topping.
- Spread Dough:
- Spread the dough evenly in the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips and sprinkles on top.
- Bake:
- Bake for 23–27 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are okay).
- Cool & Cut:
- Allow to cool completely in the pan. Lift out using the parchment overhang and cut into bars.
Pin it Our family loves sharing these cookie bars after decorating the Christmas tree together. It's become a delicious tradition that everyone looks forward to.
Required Tools
9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan, mixing bowls, whisk, spatula or wooden spoon, measuring cups and spoons, parchment paper
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, milk (butter, chocolate chips), and nuts if used. Always check your chocolate chips and sprinkles for possible allergens.
Nutritional Information
Each bar contains about 245 calories, 12 g total fat, 32 g carbohydrates, and 3 g protein.
Pin it Serve these bars at your next holiday party and watch them disappear. They're a festive, crowd-pleasing dessert that brings cheer to any gathering.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → Can I use different types of chocolate chips?
Yes, substitute white or dark chocolate chips for your preferred flavor. Mix and match for variety.
- → Are the bars safe for nut allergies?
Omit walnuts or pecans for a nut-free version. Always double-check ingredient packaging for allergen details.
- → How do I achieve chewy texture in bars?
Careful not to overmix when combining wet and dry ingredients, and slightly underbake for softer, chewier bars.
- → What can I use if I don't have holiday sprinkles?
Regular sprinkles or chopped candies work as festive toppings in place of colored holiday sprinkles.
- → How should I store chocolate chip bars?
Keep bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days to preserve freshness.
- → Can I prepare the dough ahead of time?
Yes, the dough can be prepared, covered tightly, and refrigerated for up to a day before baking.