Sugar Cookie Bars

Sugar Cookie Bars

6 servings
If you love sugar cookies this is the dessert for you. It's so easy and so delicious and always a winner.

Ingredients

  • salted butter

    softened, or 1 stick

    ½ c
  • all purpose flour
    2 c
  • granulated sugar
    1 c
  • egg
    1 large
  • milk

    we used 2%

    2 tbsp
  • vanilla extract
    1 tsp
  • baking powder
    1 tsp
  • sprinkles
    2 tbsp
  • salted butter

    softened but not melted, or 1 stick

    ½ c
  • powdered sugar
    2 c
  • vanilla extract
    1 tsp
  • cream cheese

    about 3 tablespoons

    1 ½ oz
  • milk

    we use 2%

    2 tbsp
  • sprinkles

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line an 8X8 baking dish with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a mixing bowl combine butter and sugar, mix with a mixer until fluffy.

  3. 3

    Next add in egg and vanilla. Continue mixing and add in flour and baking powder. Add in milk. You want to the dough to hold together. Not be crumbs. Fold in the sprinkles.

  4. 4

    Next spread the batter into the pan. This may take a bit since it's thick, just work it to the edges with your hands and get it even.

  5. 5

    Bake in preheated oven for 22-30 minutes (all ovens vary). Remove from oven and allow to completely cool.

Instructions for frosting

  1. 1

    Blend together all frosting ingredients (except the sprinkles) Spread onto cookie bars and add sprinkles.

Sugar Cookie Bars

Sugar Cookie Bars

6 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving that classic, sweet comfort of a sugar cookie without the fuss of rolling and cutting? These delightful Sugar Cookie Bars deliver all the beloved flavors in an incredibly easy, shareable format perfect for any occasion. If you love sugar cookies, this dessert is for you!

This recipe is a true game-changer for cookie lovers, promising a dessert that's not just easy, but always a winner. By baking the dough in a bar form, you bypass the traditional tedious steps, ensuring a soft, tender cookie base every time. The simple yet effective ingredient combination makes these bars wonderfully delicious and approachable for bakers of all skill levels, ensuring an always successful outcome.

Prepare yourself for a blissful bite of buttery sweetness. The base of these Sugar Cookie Bars is wonderfully soft and tender, providing the perfect canvas for the creamy, rich frosting. You'll enjoy the subtle tang from the cream cheese in the frosting, which beautifully balances the sweetness, while a generous scattering of colorful sprinkles adds a festive pop and a hint of playful texture. This dessert offers comforting, nostalgic flavors in every square, making it a truly satisfying treat.

Customization & Variations

  • Embrace the festive spirit by swapping out standard sprinkles for themed ones, like red and green for Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars, or pastels for spring celebrations.
  • While vanilla extract is key to the classic flavor, consider varying sprinkle colors and shapes to match any party theme or holiday.

These Sugar Cookie Bars are an ideal dessert for potlucks, family gatherings, or simply as a comforting treat after dinner. Their convenient bar shape makes them easy to serve and share, ensuring they disappear quickly from any dessert table.

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