Today is Bub's birthday. Bub probably doesn't even know I have this blog. Grumpy probably doesn't run around telling his buddies his wife takes pictures of food and talks about not only the food but him on the internet. ha ha. BUT I want to wish Bub a happy birthday anyway.
I sent these bars with Grumpy to give to Bub on Friday. See, Grumpy and Bub not only have birthday's close together, they also work together everyday. I love Bub because he keeps Grumpy happy at work! ;o) I am also told how he loves sweets and how he loves candy....therefore, I made him something sweet and something with candy to give him on his birthday!
Grumpy tells me how Bub eye's his lunch box. I told him when he opened his lunch box on Friday that Bub was to get those cookies! Word is that he was very happy to get them!
:o)
M&M Cookie Bars
From Culinary in the Dessert
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, sifted
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup butter, melted (I let it go on the stove until it started to turn a little brown and nutty)
2 ¼ cups brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups M&M's
Preheat the oven to 350. Lightly spray a 10 X 15" jelly roll pan with non-stick spray.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
In another large bowl, combine the melted butter and brown sugar, stirring until evenly distributed. Allow to cool slightly. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating very well after each one. Mix in vanilla extract. Stir in the flour mixture and when combined add in the M&M's. Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
Bake for 24-26 minutes, until they are shiny and golden brown on top. Try not to overbake these or they will be dry. A cake tester will most likely not come out clean. Remove from the oven and cool completely before cutting.
Poodle
I may have to start practicing making these for my baby's 1st birthday coming up in June. I mean, you know, to make sure I get the recipe just right.
Jo
Wow how nice to receive such a delicious present baked from the heart. Lucky guy!
Sara
These look so good! I actually prefer M&Ms to chocolate chips in these kind of bar cookies. I also love M&Ms in sugar cookies.
JyLnC
My son was requesting I make Chocolate Chip Cookies but use M & M's just this week. Thanks for the recipe.
Stephanie
Oh, they look so yummy! I could go for a couple of those bars right now! yummm...
Ingrid
Looks like blondies to me & we're a blondie lovin' family!
~ingrid
averagebetty
I need a glass of milk! Happy Birthday Grumpy!
noble pig
Happy Birthday Bub...these look awesome!
Elyse
What a perfect birthday treat! How sweet of you!
Reeni♥
Your such a sweetie, they look scrumptious!! I love baking with m&m's!
Jessie
oh my! this is a wonderful birthday treat and I also love m&m's in cookies too!
pigpigscorner
A great b'day gift! Love how you used m&m's...looks so colourful!
Tangled Noodle
What a great birthday gift for Bubs! By the way, my birthday is in May and I like Peppermint Patties . . .
Peter M
Love the colours the M&M's impart. Happy Birthday Grumpy...smile 😉
Bob
Man, I wish my girlfriend would bake for me on my birthday! Those look wicked good. 🙂
Jessie
Lucky guy! These look fabulous! Mmmm, bar cookies. I swear, your blog is deadly first thing in the morning. Now I want dessert for breakfast!
+Jessie
a.k.a. The Hungry Mouse
Barbara Bakes
You are so thoughtful! I love cookie bars!
Kaitlin
I'm jealous! What a yummy birthday treat. He is sure to be thrilled, they look great.
Meg
Those look delicious! These birthday boys are so lucky to have you baking for them!
Robin Sue
You bring people so much joy on their birthdays. No I bet you have a knack of bringing people joy on all days! Those are some great bars there.