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Updated Jan 7, 2026
Bake-Off® Contest 53, 2026
Lori Welander
Wheaton, Illinois
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This 53rd Pillsbury Bake-Off® Contest recipe finalist is simple to make and can be customized with your team’s favorite colors, so it’s loaded with game day spirit! It starts with marbled Pillsbury™ Sugar Cookie Dough and ends with a shower of candy and sprinkles to match your team’s jerseys.

“This recipe came from baking with my son when he was little,” says recipe creator Lori W. from Illinois. “We'd roll out the dough extra thin so the cookies were lighter and crispier (and he could sneak a few more!). Now it's our go-to treat for every big game.”

Big Win Cookie Bark is a super fun pre-game recipe to make with kids, easy to share, and guaranteed to be gone before halftime. The best part? Even if it isn’t game day, you can tailor the decorations on this easy cookie bark for any holiday or occasion!

Recipe Ingredients

Here’s everything you’ll need to bake up cookie bark that’s part cookie, part candy, and 100% fun.

Pillsbury™ Sugar Cookie Dough: The sweet, crispy base to the recipe—ready to go with no mixing and no mess.

Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: This adds sweet, chocolaty swirls to half of the cookie bark for a two-flavor, two-tone twist.

Colored Sprinkles and Candy-Coated Chocolates: These add color, crunch, and team spirit!

Other Ingredients You’ll Need: All-purpose flour makes the cookie dough easier to handle and helps it roll out evenly. Melted semisweet chocolate chips create a glossy drizzle that helps the candy stick. A sprinkle of coarse sea salt balances out the sweetness and brings out the flavor of the chocolate.

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How to Make Big Win Cookie Bark

This recipe looks impressive, but it’s surprisingly easy. Here’s a quick look at the steps—keep scrolling for the full recipe!

1. Make the Dough Duo

Cut the sugar cookie dough in half, then mix cocoa powder into one of the halves until it’s evenly blended.

2. Twist for the Win

Shape each dough half into thin logs, then cut each log in half crosswise and lengthwise. Pair up plain and cocoa logs, then twist together to create a marbled effect.

3. Roll It Out

Place all the twisted logs side by side and roll into a single 1/4-inch-thick sheet. We recommend doing this on a sheet of parchment paper, which you can just transfer right over to the baking sheet. If your dough gets too warm and sticky, pop it back in the fridge for around 10 minutes to chill.

4. Bake, Cool, and Cut

Bake in a 350°F oven until the edges are set and the lighter dough turns golden brown, then let cool for 15 minutes. Slice into wedges or squares using a pizza cutter or knife.

5. Decorate and Serve

Melt chocolate chips in the microwave, then drizzle over the bark. Top with team-colored sprinkles and candies, and sprinkle with sea salt. Let the chocolate set for about half an hour before serving.

How to Store Big Win Cookie Bark

Got a few bites left after the final whistle? Here’s how to store your leftover cookie bark.

Countertop Storage

You can store leftovers in an airtight container at room temp for up to 5 days. However, we found that the chocolate can get a little soft, especially if your home is warm.

Refrigerator Storage

The best way to keep your cookie bark fresh is to store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Freezer Storage

Leftover bark can also be stored in an airtight container or resealable freezer plastic bag in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Big Win Cookie Bark

  • Prep Time 20 min
  • Total 1 hr 30 min
  • Ingredients 7
  • Servings 12
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Ingredients

  • 1 roll (16.5 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Sugar Cookie Dough
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons candy sprinkles (representing team colors)
  • 3 tablespoons miniature candy-coated chocolate candies (representing team colors)
  • 3/4 teaspoon coarse or flaky sea salt

Instructions

  • Step 
    1

    Heat oven to 350°F. Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • Step 
    2

    On large cutting board, cut cookie dough crosswise into 2 equal halves. Place one half in medium bowl; knead or stir in cocoa powder until well blended.

  • Step 
    3

    Lightly sprinkle flour on cutting board. Shape cocoa dough into 1-inch diameter log; shape plain dough into 1-inch diameter log, each about 10 inches long. Cut each roll in half crosswise, then lengthwise. 

  • Step 
    4

    Place one piece cocoa dough and one piece plain dough cut sides together. Repeat with remaining dough. (you will have 4 sets of logs).

  • Step 
    5

    Twist each set of logs slightly to create a swirled effect. Repeat with remaining logs. Place twisted logs next to each other. 

  • Step 
    6

    Using lightly floured rolling pin, roll dough to 1/4-inch thick. Transfer dough to baking sheet.

  • Step 
    7

    Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until edges are firm and plain dough is golden brown. Cool 15 minutes. Cut into 24 wedges or squares using a pizza wheel or knife. 

  • Step 
    8

    Place chocolate chips in small microwavable bowl. Microwave uncovered on High 20 seconds; stir. Repeat as needed until mixture can be stirred smooth. Drizzle cookie bark with melted chocolate. Top with team-colored sprinkles and candies, and sprinkle with sea salt; press in lightly. Let stand until chocolate is set, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition

220 Calories
9g Total Fat
1g Protein
34g Total Carbohydrate
21g Sugars

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
220
Calories from Fat
80
Total Fat
9g
14%
Saturated Fat
4 1/2g
22%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
5mg
2%
Sodium
320mg
13%
Potassium
50mg
1%
Total Carbohydrate
34g
11%
Dietary Fiber
1g
4%
Sugars
21g
Protein
1g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
0%
0%
Vitamin C
0%
0%
Calcium
0%
0%
Iron
8%
8%
Exchanges:
0 Starch; 0 Fruit; 2 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 2 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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