Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Holiday sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and evenly spread.
- Sprinkle holiday decorations on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool before cutting into bars and serving.
Notes
- For extra festive flavor, add crushed peppermint or candy cane pieces on top before baking.
- Store bars in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210 Kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
