Love Em Bars Recipe

My mom's recipe for unbelievably delicious and versatile bar cookies! This easy recipe is perfectly customizable – adapt it to your favorite flavors and mix-ins for endless possibilities. From classic chocolate chip to vibrant fruity swirls, these bars are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to bake up a batch of love!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 221.6 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Love Em Bars

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How to Make Love Em Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter, 1/4 cup water, and 2 large eggs until light and fluffy.
  3. Add one 15.25 ounce box of your favorite cake mix and 1 cup powdered sugar. Beat until well combined and smooth.
  4. Stir in your desired mix-ins (see suggestions below).
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

98g

Fat

27g

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Love Em Bars?

Love Em Bars takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Love Em Bars?

Love Em Bars has approximately 221.6 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Love Em Bars?

The key ingredients for Love Em Bars are Cake Mix, Butter, Water, Powdered Sugar, Eggs, Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips. See the full list with measurements above.

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