M and M Cookie Bars

shared by Patty H. for Dara who asked for the recipe :)

Ingredients

2 ¾  cups all-purpose flour, sifted
2 ½  teaspoons baking powder
½  teaspoon salt
2/3  cup butter, melted
2 ¼  cups brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups M&M's (one 11 oz. bag)

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350. Lightly spray a 10 X 15" baking pan with non-stick spray.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another large bowl, combine the melted butter and brown sugar, stirring until evenly distributed. Allow to cool slightly.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating very well after each one.
5. Mix in vanilla extract.
6. Stir in the flour mixture and when combined add in the M&M's. Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
7. Bake for 24-26 minutes, until they are shiny and golden brown on top. Try not to over bake these or they will be dry. A cake tester will most likely not come out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and cool completely before cutting.