Last Updated on April 12, 2026 by DIYbunker Team
Looking for a festive treat to sweeten up your Fourth of July celebration? These easy cookie bars are just the thing! Topped with red, white, and blue sprinkles and packed with mini M&Ms in patriotic colors, they’re chewy, colorful, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser at your summer cookout or fireworks party. Whether you’re baking with kids or just want a simple dessert that delivers big on holiday spirit, these Fourth of July cookie bars are sure to become a new favorite. Grab your baking pan—let’s get started!
Recipe Details
Yield: 16 bars
Equipment:
- 8×8 Square Baking Pan
- Parchment Paper
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- Cookie Bars
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Topping
- Mini Red, White, Blue M&Ms
- Red, White, Blue Sprinkles
How To Make Fourth of July Cookie Bars
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Sprinkle the top with mini red, white, and blue M&Ms and festive sprinkles. Gently press them into the surface so they stick.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the cookie bars cool completely in the pan. Once cool, lift them out using the parchment paper and cut into 16 squares.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. Perfect for patriotic parties or picnic tables!
Fourth Of July Cookie Bars
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
Description
Looking for a festive treat to sweeten up your Fourth of July celebration? These easy cookie bars are just the thing! Topped with red, white, and blue sprinkles and packed with mini M&Ms in patriotic colors, they’re chewy, colorful, and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser at your summer cookout or fireworks party.
Ingredients
Cookie Bars
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Topping
- Mini Red, White, and Blue M&Ms
- Red, White, and Blue Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Sprinkle the top with mini red, white, and blue M&Ms and festive sprinkles. Gently press them into the surface so they stick.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the cookie bars cool completely in the pan. Once cool, lift them out using the parchment paper and cut into 16 squares.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. Perfect for patriotic parties or picnic tables!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: desserts
