Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars
Easy frosted sugar cookie bars recipe Soft delicious cookie bars
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sprinkles, for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set. Let cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, in a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Beat in the milk and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars. Sprinkle with your favorite sprinkles.
- Cut into bars and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
These Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars are the perfect treat for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or simply a cozy night in. This recipe brings a modern twist to a beloved classic, delivering maximum flavor with minimal effort.