Description
These Soft Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars are a delightful treat that combines the irresistible flavors of sugar cookies with a creamy, colorful frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are a crowd-pleaser and easy to make!
Ingredients
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For the cookie bars:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Food coloring and sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Make the cookie bars: Cream butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla, mix in dry ingredients, press into pan, and bake.
- Prepare the frosting: Beat butter, add sugar, cream, vanilla, salt, and food coloring. Frost the cooled bars and add sprinkles.
- Serve: Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- For cleaner cuts, chill the bars before slicing.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg