Description
Craving chocolate chip cookies but short on time? These chewy, buttery bars studded with chocolate chips and Reese’s Pieces candy are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Easy, fast, and irresistibly colorful—perfect for parties, bake sales, or anytime you need a sweet fix.
Ingredients
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1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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1 tsp pure vanilla extract
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2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet, milk, or dark)
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8–10 oz Reese’s Pieces candy
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch pan or line with parchment paper with overhang for easy removal.
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Mix Dough: In a large bowl, combine cake mix, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla. Stir until just combined—some lumps are fine.
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Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
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Press Dough: Press the thick dough evenly into the prepared pan. Spray hands lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
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Top with Candy: Scatter Reese’s Pieces evenly over the dough; lightly press so they stick.
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Bake: Bake 20–25 minutes. Edges should be golden, center slightly soft. Insert toothpick near edges; it should come out mostly clean.
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Cool & Slice: Let bars cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into 20 squares.
Notes
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Chewy Texture: Avoid overmixing and use melted butter.
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Peanut Butter Boost: Swirl ½ cup peanut butter into batter for extra richness.
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Chocolate Lovers: Use a mix of white, milk, and dark chocolate chips.
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Birthday Cake Version: Swap cake mix for funfetti and top with M&M’s.
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Salted Caramel Twist: Drizzle ½ cup caramel sauce and sprinkle flaky sea salt before baking.
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Gluten-Free: Use a certified gluten-free yellow cake mix.
Nutrition
- Calories: 240 Cal per bar
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg