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Cadbury Egg Cookie Bar Recipe

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  • Author: lina
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bars 1x

Description

Delight in these decadent Cadbury Egg Cookie Bars, a perfect blend of sweet crushed Cadbury mini eggs and mini chocolate chips baked into a soft, chewy oat-infused cookie base. Ideal for Easter treats or any chocolate lover’s craving, these bars offer a delicious twist on classic cookie bars with a buttery, flavorful dough that balances rich chocolate and candy pieces.

Ingredients

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Candy Mix-ins

  • 1 cup (200g) crushed Cadbury mini eggs
  • 1 cup (240g) mini chocolate chips

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup (222g) salted butter
  • 1 cup (246g) brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (115g) granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups (304g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (50g) rolled oats
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray and set it aside to ensure easy removal of the cookie bars.
  2. Prepare Candy Mix-ins: Measure and set aside 1 cup of crushed Cadbury mini eggs and 1 cup of mini chocolate chips, which will be folded into the dough later for bursts of chocolate and candy sweetness.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the salted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth, light in color, and fluffy. This process takes about 2 minutes and aerates the dough for a tender texture.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Scrape down the sides of the mixing bowl to ensure even blending. Then add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated, enriching the dough with moisture and flavor.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients: Stop the mixer and add in the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, baking soda, and salt. Begin mixing on low speed to gradually bring the dry ingredients into the dough, preventing flour from flying out.
  6. Fold in Candy and Chocolate: When the flour mixture is about halfway mixed in, add the crushed Cadbury mini eggs and mini chocolate chips. Continue mixing just until the flour is fully integrated and the candies are evenly distributed, taking care not to overmix which can make the bars tough.
  7. Press Dough into Pan: Gently transfer and press the dough evenly into the prepared 9×13-inch baking pan using your hands or a spatula to create a uniform layer for even baking.
  8. Bake Cookie Bars: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the bars have risen slightly and the edges turn a golden brown, indicating they are cooked but still soft inside.
  9. Cool and Serve: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan. Cooling helps them set perfectly for easy cutting into bars.
  10. Store Properly: Once cooled, cut into bars and store in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness and chewy texture.

Notes

  • For best results, avoid overmixing the dough after adding flour to keep the bars tender.
  • Use fresh baking soda to ensure proper rise during baking.
  • Allow bars to cool completely before cutting to prevent crumbling.
  • These bars can be stored at room temperature for up to 4 days, or refrigerated for up to a week.
  • Optional: Add a teaspoon of cinnamon or a pinch of nutmeg for a subtle spice note.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Cadbury Egg Cookie Bars, Easter cookies, chocolate chip cookie bars, candy cookie bars, oat cookie bars, chocolate treats

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