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4th of July Cake-Mix Cookie Bars

Delicious 4th of July Cake-Mix Cookie Bars for Summer Fun

Celebrate summer with these 4th of July Cake-Mix Cookie Bars, bursting with colorful M&Ms and buttery sweetness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix Can be substituted with chocolate or gluten-free cake mix
  • 2 large Eggs Consider egg substitutes for dietary needs
  • 1/2 cup Butter Can be replaced with margarine or dairy-free alternative
  • 1 cup M&M’s Use red, white, and blue for festive touch

Equipment

  • 9x13 Baking Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 baking pan with cooking spray and parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix the yellow cake mix, eggs, and softened butter until smooth.
  3. Fold in the colorful M&Ms evenly into the batter.
  4. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for mixing. Check baking time closely to avoid dry bars.

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