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Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars

Deliciously Soft Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars You’ll Love

These Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars offer a delightful chewy texture topped with creamy frosting and vibrant sprinkles.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: All Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 3/4 cup Granulated sugar for sweetness
  • 1 large Egg binds ingredients
  • 1 large Egg yolk for richness
  • 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract for flavor
  • 1 and 1/2 cups All-purpose flour spooned & leveled
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder for rising
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda for soft texture
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons Cornstarch for fluffiness
  • 1/2 cup Rainbow sprinkles for decoration
For the Frosting
  • 3/4 cup Unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 2 and 1/4 cups Confectioners' sugar for sweetness
  • 3 tablespoons Heavy cream or half-and-half for creaminess
  • 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract for flavor
  • Salt a pinch if needed
  • Food coloring and extra sprinkles for decoration (optional)

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixer
  • Baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line an 8-inch or 9-inch square pan with aluminum foil.
  2. Cream the softened butter in a large bowl for about 1 minute, add granulated sugar and beat until fluffy and light, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Beat in 1 large egg, 1 egg yolk, and 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract, scraping down the sides of the bowl.
  4. Whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and cornstarch in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three parts with the mixer on low speed.
  6. Gently fold in 1/2 cup of rainbow sprinkles using a silicone spatula or mix slowly until incorporated.
  7. Press the cookie dough evenly into the lined baking pan.
  8. Bake for 25-26 minutes or until lightly golden and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
  9. For the frosting, beat 3/4 cup softened butter on medium speed until creamy, about 2 minutes.
  10. Add confectioners' sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract to the butter and beat until smooth, adjusting as needed.
  11. Once cooled, frost the cookie bars and decorate with extra sprinkles if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 60mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for the best texture. Avoid overmixing for soft bars.

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