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Sugar Cookie Bars

Delicious Sugar Cookie Bars Perfect for Any Celebration

These Sugar Cookie Bars are a delightful mix of festive fun and homey comfort, perfect for any celebration.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars
  • 1 cup Butter substitute with margarine for a dairy-free version
  • 1 cup Sugar can be replaced with brown sugar for added depth
  • 2 large Eggs try flax eggs for a vegan alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract using pure extract yields the best results
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda helps the bars rise
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour swap for a gluten-free flour blend as needed
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar thickens the frosting
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract can be exchanged with vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons Milk any milk type can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Green Food Coloring optional for festive decoration
  • 1 cup St. Patrick's Day Sprinkles for an extra festive flair

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Cookie sheet
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12x17 inch cookie sheet.
  2. Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Press the dough evenly onto the greased cookie sheet.
  7. Bake for approximately 15 minutes until lightly golden.
  8. Allow the bars to cool completely before frosting.
  9. For the frosting, beat together butter and powdered sugar, adding milk, almond extract, and green food coloring if desired.
  10. Spread frosting over the cooled bars and add sprinkles before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These bars are customizable with gluten-free and dairy-free options, ensuring everyone can indulge.

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