Cadbury Egg Cookie Bars (Printer-Friendly)

Soft, chewy bars bursting with Cadbury mini eggs and pastel M&Ms, ideal for festive springtime indulgence.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
05 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
06 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs, at room temperature
08 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

→ Mix-ins

09 - 1 cup Cadbury mini eggs, chopped
10 - 1 cup pastel M&Ms

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk melted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth and combined.
04 - Add eggs and vanilla extract to the wet mixture, whisking until fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture using a spatula, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
06 - Gently fold in chopped Cadbury mini eggs and half of the pastel M&Ms.
07 - Spread dough evenly into prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining M&Ms and extra mini egg pieces over the top for decoration.
08 - Bake for 23-26 minutes, or until edges are golden and center is just set. Avoid overbaking for soft bars.
09 - Remove from oven and allow to cool completely in the pan before lifting out and cutting into bars.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy with just 15 minutes of prep time
  • No mixer required—just whisk and fold
  • Loaded with festive Cadbury mini eggs and pastel M&Ms
  • Soft, chewy texture that stays fresh for days
  • Perfect for Easter celebrations, spring parties, or bake sales
  • Kid-friendly and customizable with your favorite candies
02 -
  • Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation and a smoother batter
  • Don't overbake—the center should look slightly underdone when you remove the pan
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting for clean, neat edges
  • Always check candy labels for allergen warnings and cross-contamination
  • Reserve some candies to press on top before baking for a more attractive presentation
  • Line the pan with parchment paper for effortless removal and cleanup
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