Description
Indulge in these festive Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars that are soft, chewy, and topped with a delightful frosting. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these easy-to-make bars are a fun twist on traditional sugar cookies, making them an ideal treat for sharing with family and friends during the festive season.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Bars:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Holiday sprinkles (for decorating)
For the Frosting:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Food coloring (optional)
More holiday sprinkles for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the bars to cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting: In a bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy. Add food coloring if desired.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars and top with holiday sprinkles.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
Ensure that the butter and eggs are at room temperature for easier mixing.
For a softer texture, avoid overbaking; keep an eye on the bars as they bake.
You can customize the frosting with different colors and flavors to match your holiday theme.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 bars
- Calories: 220 kcal
