Marry This Pioneer Woman Cake Mix Cookie Bars recipe is a fast and easy recipe, which is made with vanilla cake mix and rainbow sprinkles. It’s perfect for any party or sweet craving, ready in about 30 minutes.
Jump to RecipePioneer Woman Cake Mix Cookie Bars Recipe Ingredients
- 1 (15.25 oz) box vanilla cake mix
- ¾ cup (12 tbsp) salted butter, melted
- 3 tbsp milk
- Pinch kosher salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup rainbow sprinkles
- ½ cup mini candy-coated chocolate candies (like M&Ms)
- ½ cup vanilla morsels (white chocolate chips)
- Nonstick baking spray
How To Make Pioneer Woman Cake Mix Cookie Bars Recipe
- Prep Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with nonstick baking spray.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, melted butter, milk, kosher salt, and eggs. Stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until a thick batter forms.
- Add Mix-Ins: Gently fold in two-thirds of the rainbow sprinkles, mini chocolate candies, and vanilla morsels into the batter.
- Assemble and Top: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the remaining one-third of the candy and sprinkle mixture over the top.
- Bake the Bars: Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
- Cool Completely: Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into 16 bars.
Recipe Tips
- How do you get clean, neat slices? Letting the bars cool completely before cutting is the most important step. If you try to slice them while warm, they will be too soft and fall apart. For extra clean cuts, you can chill them in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Can I use different mix-ins? Absolutely! This recipe is incredibly versatile. You can swap the toppings to match any occasion or season. Try different colored sprinkles, chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, or chopped candy bars.
- How do I know when the bars are done? The edges should be lightly golden brown and pulling away from the sides of the pan. The center should look set and not jiggly. A toothpick test is the most reliable method.
- Why use melted butter? Using melted butter helps create a chewier, denser, more brownie-like texture, which is perfect for these cookie bars.
What To Serve With Cake Mix Cookie Bars
These fun and colorful bars are a treat on their own, but also great with:
- A tall glass of cold milk
- A scoop of vanilla ice cream
- A hot cup of coffee or tea
How To Store Cake Mix Cookie Bars
Room Temperature: Store the cooled bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Freeze: These bars freeze very well. You can freeze them in a single layer or stacked with parchment paper in between in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.
Cake Mix Cookie Bars Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 271 kcal
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Sodium: 280mg
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
Do I need an electric mixer for this recipe?
No, one of the best things about this recipe is its simplicity. You can easily mix everything together in one bowl with just a spatula or a wooden spoon.
Can I use a different flavor of cake mix?
Yes! This recipe works wonderfully with other cake mix flavors. Try a chocolate cake mix with peanut butter chips or a strawberry cake mix with white chocolate chips for fun variations.
Can I make these in a different sized pan?
You can use an 8×8 or 9×9-inch pan for thicker bars, but you will need to increase the baking time. Start checking for doneness around the 30-minute mark.
Pioneer Woman Cake Mix Cookie Bars Recipe
Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy16
servings10
minutes30
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kcalA fast and fun dessert loaded with candy and sprinkles. With just one bowl and a cake mix base, they’re ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
1 (15.25 oz) box vanilla cake mix
¾ cup (12 tbsp) salted butter, melted
3 tbsp milk
Pinch kosher salt
2 large eggs
½ cup rainbow sprinkles
½ cup mini candy-coated chocolate candies
½ cup vanilla morsels
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch pan.
- In a large bowl, stir together the cake mix, melted butter, milk, salt, and eggs until a thick batter forms.
- Fold in about two-thirds of the sprinkles, chocolate candies, and vanilla morsels.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Top with the remaining candy and sprinkle mixture.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and set.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing.
Notes
- Cool Completely: For clean, neat slices, it is essential to let the bars cool fully before cutting.
- Customize Toppings: Swap the sprinkles and candies to match any holiday, season, or party theme.
- Storage: Store cooled bars in an airtight container at room temperature or freeze them for a later treat.
- Don’t Overbake: Pull the bars from the oven when a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs to ensure a chewy, not dry, texture.
