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Sugar Cookie Bars

Delightful sugar cookie bars that combine the softness of sugar cookies with the ease of baking in a single pan, perfect for celebrations or a sweet snack.

  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 20 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 2 to 3 Tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Few drops of food coloring, optional
  • Sprinkles, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Butter a 13 by 9 inch baking sheet.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream together 1 cup of butter and 1 cup of sugar in an electric mixer until blended. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and almond extract, mixing until combined.
  5. Mix in the flour mixture until no flour remains, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  7. Bake for 14 to 16 minutes until puffy and just baked through. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  8. While cooling, prepare the frosting with powdered sugar, 1/2 cup butter, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until fluffy.
  9. Once cool, frost the bars and add sprinkles if desired.

Notes

Store cookie bars in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. For added flavor variations, consider adding chocolate chips, nuts, or citrus zest.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: sugar cookie bars, dessert, easy baking, party treats, frosting