Easy Easter Cookie Bars (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cookie Bar Base

01 - 1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
02 - 2 eggs
03 - ⅓ cup vegetable oil
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Mix-ins

05 - 1 cup Easter M&M candies
06 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

# Instructions:

01 - Heat your oven to 350°F. Give a 9x13 baking dish a light coat of cooking spray and set it aside.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, oil, and vanilla. Stir until everything is just mixed together. Gently fold in those colorful Easter M&Ms and chocolate chips.
03 - Press the cookie dough into your prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
04 - Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges are lightly golden. Let the bars cool completely before cutting - this is crucial for clean slices!

# Notes:

01 - These cheerful cookie bars combine the ease of boxed cake mix with the fun of Easter candy for a spring celebration treat.
02 - Try experimenting with different cake mix flavors like chocolate, funfetti, or strawberry for tasty variations!
03 - The cooling step is essential for perfect squares - patience pays off here.