Description
These soft and chewy Sugar Cookie Bars are topped with a rich buttercream frosting and festive sprinkles, making them perfect for parties, holidays, or everyday treats.
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (for frosting), softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
- Food coloring (optional)
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and almond extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Spread dough evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes or until edges are golden and center is set. Let cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, beat frosting butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar and cream, and beat until fluffy. Add food coloring if using.
- Spread frosting over cooled bars and top with sprinkles.
- Slice into squares and serve.
Notes
- Chill bars before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature or 1 week in the fridge.
- Unfrosted bars can be frozen for up to 2 months.