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Sugar Cookie Bars

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These Sugar Cookie Bars combine the classic flavor of sugar cookies with the convenience of a bar. They’re soft, chewy, and topped with a generous layer of vanilla buttercream frosting and colorful sprinkles. Perfect for parties, holidays, or whenever you’re craving something sweet.

Ingredients

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For the Cookie Bars:

  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
  • 5 cups (625g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Frosting:

  • 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Food coloring (optional)
  • Sprinkles, for decorating

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • Line a 13×18-inch baking sheet (half-sheet pan) with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Prepare the Dough:
    • In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
    • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
    • Mix in the vanilla extract and almond extract (if using) until combined.
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure the bars remain tender.
  3. Bake the Bars:
    • Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly to the edges with a spatula or your hands.
    • Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The bars should be soft but set.
    • Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  4. Prepare the Frosting:
    • In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter on medium speed until creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
    • Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating on low speed until combined.
    • Add the heavy cream (or milk), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Increase the mixer speed to high and beat for 3 minutes until the frosting is light and fluffy.
    • If desired, add a few drops of food coloring and mix until evenly incorporated.
  5. Frost and Decorate:
    • Once the cookie bars have cooled completely, spread the frosting evenly over the top using an offset spatula.
    • Immediately add sprinkles over the frosting for decoration.
  6. Serve:
    • Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan and transfer them to a cutting board.
    • Cut into squares or rectangles of your desired size.
    • Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Storage: Store the frosted bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Customization: Change the frosting color and sprinkles to match any holiday or event theme.
  • Yield: This recipe makes approximately 24 bars, depending on how large you cut them.

Find it online: https://recipe.newsvks.com/sugar-cookie-bars/