Sugar Cookie Bars
Soft, buttery, and perfectly sweet, these Sugar Cookie Bars are the ultimate crowd-pleasing treat! Combining the classic flavor of sugar cookies with the simplicity of a bar dessert, this recipe is a game-changer for parties, bake sales, or anytime indulgence. The cookie base is tender with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, while the rich, creamy frosting adds just the right amount of sweetness. Customize the frosting with your favorite food coloring and top it off with colorful sprinkles for a festive touch. Ready in just 35 minutes and yielding 12 generous servings, these bars are an effortless way to satisfy your sweet tooth without the hassle of individual cookie shaping. From their golden edges to their playful, frosted finish, these Sugar Cookie Bars are a must-try dessert for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened, for frosting)
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- as needed Food coloring (optional)
- as needed Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan using a spatula or your hands to smooth it out.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The center may look slightly underbaked, but it will set as it cools.
Allow the cookie layer to cool completely in the pan before frosting.
To make the frosting, beat the softened butter in a medium bowl until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed, until fully combined.
Mix in the vanilla extract and milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches a smooth, spreadable consistency. Add food coloring if desired.
Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cookie layer, and top with sprinkles if using.
Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment overhang and slice into 12 squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.1 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 146 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.3 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 45 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
