Graduation Cookie Bars White (Printable)

Chewy bars studded with chocolate chips and finished with a white chocolate drizzle and colorful candy accents.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
05 - 1 cup packed light brown sugar
06 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

→ Mix-ins and Toppings

09 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
10 - 1/2 cup colored candy-coated chocolates
11 - 4 ounces white chocolate, chopped
12 - 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
13 - Colored sprinkles for decoration, optional

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing overhang on sides for easy removal.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
04 - Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing to maintain texture.
05 - Stir in chocolate chips and colored candy-coated chocolates until evenly distributed throughout dough.
06 - Spread dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, pressing gently to ensure uniform thickness.
07 - Bake for 23 to 25 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in center comes out mostly clean.
08 - Allow bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Do not cut until fully cooled.
09 - Combine white chocolate and vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt in 20-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth and pourable.
10 - Drizzle melted white chocolate over cooled bars using a spoon or piping bag in decorative patterns. Top with colored sprinkles if desired.
11 - Allow white chocolate drizzle to set completely at room temperature. Lift bars from pan using parchment overhang and cut into 16 equal squares.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Chewy texture with a perfect balance of chocolate chips and colorful candy-coated chocolates for a festive appearance.
  • Easy to make with simple ingredients and straightforward instructions.
  • Customizable to suit any school colors or personal preferences with different candies or sprinkles.
  • The decadent white chocolate drizzle adds an elegant and tasty finishing touch.
02 -
  • Use parchment paper with an overhang to easily lift the bars out without breaking.
  • Microwave white chocolate in short bursts, stirring frequently, to prevent burning.
  • Customize colors and toppings to celebrate any occasion beyond graduation.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
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