Imagine whipping up delicious, crowd-pleasing cookie bars in just minutes with minimal effort and maximum flavor! These incredible cake mix cookie bars are about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen. Whether you're a busy parent, a novice baker, or someone who wants a quick dessert that looks like you spent hours preparing, this recipe is your ultimate solution. With just three ingredients and simple steps, you'll create a treat that's crispy on the edges, soft in the middle, and guaranteed to disappear faster than you can say "homemade dessert"!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 bars
Ingredients
- 1 box cake mix
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it thoroughly with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry cake mix, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix thoroughly using an electric mixer or a sturdy whisk until the ingredients are completely blended and no dry cake mix remains visible.
- Transfer the cookie bar batter into the prepared baking pan, using a spatula to spread the mixture evenly across the entire surface. Ensure the batter is smooth and reaches all corners of the pan.
- Optional: If desired, add extra mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or sprinkles by gently pressing them into the top of the batter before baking.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 23-25 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center - it should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookie bars cool completely in the pan for about 30 minutes. This helps them set and makes cutting easier.
- Once cooled, lift the bars out using the parchment paper edges or cut directly in the pan. Slice into 24 equal squares for serving.
- Store the cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Tips
- Choose your cake mix wisely: Vanilla and chocolate work best, but don't be afraid to experiment with funfetti or other flavors.
- Room temperature ingredients are key - ensure your eggs aren't straight from the refrigerator for smoother mixing.
- Don't overmix the batter; blend just until ingredients are combined to keep bars tender.
- For extra excitement, customize your bars with mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or colorful sprinkles.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting of your bars.
- Check doneness early - slightly underbaked is better than dry and crumbly.
- Allow bars to cool completely before cutting for the cleanest, most professional-looking squares.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
