Theyre so easy to whip up at the last second.

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

The holidays are all about the treats.

I cant get through a single day in December without something sweet (or two or three).

Side view of 2-ingredient jam bar squares piled high on a blue and white plate, with a bowl of jam in the background

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

A Christmas cut-out,molasses cookie, mint brownie,homemade trufflegive it to me.

When things get really hectic this time of year, thats when I make my 2-ingredient jam bars.

They have two (count them, two!)

Top view of 2-ingredient jam bar squares on a white surface

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

simple ingredients: refrigerated sugar cookie dough and jam.

The dough is shaped into bars with a fruity jam filling.

The bars are buttery, tender, and just sweet enough.

Side view of 2-ingredient jam bar squares on a white surface

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

I can fool anyone with these barsno one would guess how simple they are.

Whatever half jar of jam you have languishing in the fridge can be used for this recipe.

you’ve got the option to even use more than one for a fun flavor combo.

My favorite jam to use (and a favorite in general) is raspberry jam.

I like to use a flavorful, tart jam to act as a counterpoint to the sweet cookie dough.

I recommend using jam or preserves as opposed to jelly, but any will work.

Lightly spray an 8x8 pan with cooking spray or line with parchment paper.

Let cool completely in the pan, then cut into bars.

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.