Christmas is a time for baking and indulging in delicious treats, and what better way to spread joy than with these mouth-watering Christmas M&M cookie bars. These festive bars are easy to make and perfect for sharing with loved ones. So, put on your apron and get ready to create a batch of these delightful Christmas treats.
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, White Sugar, Brown Sugar, Vanilla
Christmas is the perfect time to gather with loved ones and indulge in delicious treats. And what better way to celebrate the holiday season than with some festive Christmas M&M cookies? These colorful cookies are not only easy to make, but they also make for a fun and tasty addition to any holiday gathering. So, get your apron on and let's dive into the top 20 Christmas M&M cookie recipes that are sure to bring some extra cheer to your holiday season!
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Christmas M&M Cookies
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Brown Sugar, White Sugar, Large Egg
1. Classic Christmas M&M Cookies – We'll start with the classic recipe that is loved by all. These cookies are made with a simple dough, loaded with red and green M&Ms, and baked to perfection. The result is a soft and chewy cookie that is bursting with holiday colors and flavors.
2. Christmas M&M Cookie Bars – If you're short on time but still want to whip up some delicious treats, then these cookie bars are the way to go. They are made with a buttery cookie dough, studded with Christmas M&Ms, and baked in a pan. Once cooled, cut them into bars, and you have a batch of festive treats ready to be devoured.
3. Frosted Christmas M&M Cookie Bars – Take your Christmas M&M cookie bars to the next level with a creamy and sweet frosting. This recipe adds a layer of vanilla frosting on top of the cookie bars, making them even more irresistible. Plus, you can decorate them with extra M&Ms for a festive touch.
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Three Ingredient Christmas M&M Fudge
Main Ingredients: Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips, Sweetened Condensed Milk
4. Three Ingredient Christmas M&M Fudge – Yes, you read that right, only three ingredients are needed to make this delicious fudge. All you need is white chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and M&Ms. Melt everything together, pour into a pan, and let it set in the fridge. You'll have a rich and creamy fudge with a pop of Christmas colors in no time.
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Frosted Christmas M&M Cookie Bars
Main Ingredients: Flour, Baking Soda, Baking Powder, Salt, Butter, Oil
5. Brown Butter Christmas M&M Cookie Bars – Add a nutty and toasty flavor to your Christmas M&M cookies with this recipe. The cookie dough is made with brown butter, giving it a unique flavor that pairs perfectly with the sweet M&Ms. These cookie bars are guaranteed to be a hit at any holiday gathering.
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Christmas M&M Cake Mix Cookies
Main Ingredients: Fudge Cake Mix, Semi Sweet Chocolate Morsels, Canola
6. Christmas M&M Cake Mix Cookies – Cake mix cookies are a game changer when it comes to easy and delicious treats. This recipe combines a cake mix, butter, and an egg to make a soft and chewy cookie dough. Add in some Christmas M&Ms, and you have a batch of cookies that are sure to disappear quickly.
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Christmas M&M Peanut Butter Bar Cookies
Main Ingredients: Butter, Peanut Butter Creamy, Sugar, Brown Sugar, Eggs
7. Christmas M&M Peanut Butter Bar Cookies – Peanut butter and chocolate are a match made in heaven, and this recipe brings them together in a festive way. These bar cookies are made with a peanut butter cookie dough, filled with M&Ms, and topped with a chocolate drizzle. They are the perfect balance of sweet and salty.
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Chocolate Cake Mix Christmas M&M Cookies
Main Ingredients: Chocolate Cake Mix, Baking Powder, Large Eggs
8. Chocolate Cake Mix Christmas M&M Cookies – If you're a chocolate lover, then this recipe is for you. These cookies are made with a chocolate cake mix, chocolate chips, and of course, M&Ms. They are soft, fudgy, and loaded with chocolatey goodness.
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Brown Butter Christmas M&M Cookie Bars
Main Ingredients: Salted Butter, Dark Brown Sugar, Granulated Sugar
9. Christmas M&M Cake Mix Cookies! {4 Ingredients} – Another easy and delicious cake mix cookie recipe, but this time with only four ingredients. These cookies are a great option for those who want to make a festive treat without spending too much time in the kitchen.
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Christmas M&M Cake Mix Cookies! {4 Ingredients}
Main Ingredients: Fudge Cake Mix, M M S, Melted Butter, Large Eggs
10. Christmas M&M's Cookie Bars – These cookie bars are like a Christmas explosion in your mouth. They are made with a sugar cookie dough, loaded with red and green M&Ms, and topped with a layer of white chocolate and more M&Ms. They are sweet, chewy, and perfect for the holiday season.
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Christmas M&M's Cookie Bars
Main Ingredients: Butter, White Sugar, Brown Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla, Flour
11. Soft and Chewy Christmas M&M Chocolate Chip Cookies – This recipe combines two classic cookies – chocolate chip and M&M – to make one delicious treat. The addition of Christmas M&Ms gives these cookies a pop of color and a festive touch.
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Soft and Chewy Christmas M&M Chocolate Chip Cookies
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Light Brown Sugar, Sugar, Vanilla
12. Christmas M&M's® Bundt Cake – If you want to switch things up and make a cake instead of cookies, then this recipe is for you. This bundt cake is made with a vanilla cake mix, studded with M&Ms, and drizzled with a vanilla glaze. It's a showstopper dessert that is perfect for any holiday celebration.
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Christmas M&M's® Bundt Cake
Main Ingredients: Cake Mix, Water, Milk, Oil, Eggs, Peppermint, Milk
13. Christmas M&M's Cookies in a Jar – If you're looking for a unique and thoughtful gift idea, then this recipe is perfect. Layer all the dry ingredients for the cookies in a jar, add some instructions, and decorate with Christmas M&Ms. It's a cute and delicious gift that anyone would love to receive.
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Christmas M&M's Cookies in a Jar
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Salt, Light Brown
14. Christmas M&M Chocolate Chip Cookies – This recipe takes the classic chocolate chip cookie and gives it a festive twist with the addition of Christmas M&Ms. These cookies are thick, chewy, and loaded with chocolate and M&Ms in every bite.
15. Pretzel M&M Hugs {Christmas Style} – These cute and easy treats are perfect for making with kids. All you need is pretzels, Hershey's hugs, and Christmas M&Ms. Simply place the hugs on top of the pretzels, bake until melted, and top with M&Ms. It's a sweet and salty combination that is hard to resist.
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Pretzel M&M Hugs {Christmas Style}
Main Ingredients: Pretzels, Chocolates, Milk Chocolate
16. Christmas Chocolate M & M Pretzels – Another fun and simple treat that is perfect for making with kids. Dip pretzel rods in melted chocolate, top with Christmas M&Ms, and let them set. These pretzel rods make for a fun and festive snack or dessert.
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Christmas Chocolate M & M Pretzels
Main Ingredients: Mini Pretzel Twists, Hershey S Kisses, M M S Candy
17. Christmas Sugar Cookies – No Christmas dessert roundup is complete without mentioning sugar cookies. This recipe uses a classic sugar cookie dough, but the addition of Christmas M&Ms takes them to a whole new level. Plus, you can decorate them with M&Ms for a fun and colorful touch.
18. Christmas Peppermint Meringue Swirls – If you're looking for a light and airy dessert option, then these peppermint meringue swirls are perfect. They are made with a simple meringue mixture, swirled with red and green food coloring, and topped with crushed candy canes and Christmas M&Ms. They are a delicious and festive addition to any holiday dessert table.
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Christmas Peppermint Meringue Swirls
Main Ingredients: Egg Whites, Cream Of Tartar, Sugar, Peppermint Extract
19. Christmas Chocolate M & M Pretzels – Another fun and simple treat that is perfect for making with kids. Dip pretzel rods in melted chocolate, top with Christmas M&Ms, and let them set. These pretzel rods make for a fun and festive snack or dessert.
Ingredients:
For the cookie dough:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
For the topping:
1 cup Christmas M&Ms
1 cup white chocolate chips
½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle the M&Ms, white chocolate chips, and walnuts (if using) on top of the warm cookie bars.
Return to the oven for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the chocolate chips are melted and the M&Ms are slightly melted.
Allow the bars to cool before cutting into squares and serving.
These Christmas M&M cookie bars are not only delicious, but they also make a beautiful addition to any holiday spread. The festive red and green M&Ms add a pop of color and the white chocolate chips bring a touch of sweetness. These bars can also be customized with different types of M&Ms or toppings to suit your preferences. Plus, they are perfect for gifting to friends, family, and coworkers during the holiday season.
So, if you're looking for a simple and delicious Christmas dessert, this cookie bar recipe is a must-try. With its festive flavors and easy preparation, it's sure to become a new holiday favorite. Give it a try and spread some holiday cheer with these Christmas M&M cookie bars.
