Chai Spiced Funfetti Bars (Printable View)

Chewy bars baked with chai spices and vibrant sprinkles, perfect for festive celebrations and sharing.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

→ Wet Ingredients

11 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
12 - 1 cup packed light brown sugar
13 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
14 - 2 large eggs
15 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

16 - 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles (jimmies preferred)

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, allspice, cloves, and nutmeg until evenly blended.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk melted butter with both brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth and uniform.
04 - Whisk eggs and vanilla extract into the wet mixture until thoroughly incorporated.
05 - Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture just until no streaks remain, avoiding overmixing.
06 - Gently fold rainbow sprinkles into the dough to evenly distribute.
07 - Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface.
08 - Place pan in the oven and bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center emerges with a few moist crumbs.
09 - Allow bars to cool completely in the pan, then lift out using the parchment overhang and cut into 16 bars.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy, one-bowl prep for quick baking
  • Festive colors and warm spices make every bite fun
02 -
  • Bars stay soft for several days if stored airtight
  • Jimmies are best for keeping colors bright in the batter
03 -
  • Add a pinch of extra cardamom or splash of chai concentrate for deeper flavor
  • White chocolate chips blend beautifully with the spices for even more indulgence
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