Santa’s Trash Cookie Bars
Delightful cookie bars that combine sweet and salty flavors, perfect for the holiday season.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 1 cup colorful candies (like M&Ms)
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 2 cups cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking dish with parchment paper.
- Combine the crushed pretzels, chocolate chips, and colorful candies in a mixing bowl. Stir gently to avoid sticking.
- Spread the cookie dough evenly in the baking dish, pressing it down gently.
- Pour the pretzel mixture over the cookie dough, distributing it evenly.
- Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle your nuts on top if using.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
Let the bars cool completely to avoid mushiness. If desired, warm slightly in the microwave before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Find it online: https://www.spiritsdrink.com/santas-trash-cookie-bars/