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Easy Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars Recipe

Easy Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars Recipe
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Indulge in these delightfully soft and sweet Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, these bars are sure to be a hit with family and friends. The rich buttery cookie base topped with a creamy frosting is a true crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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Cookies:

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon sour cream
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)

Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt
  • food coloring (optional)
  • sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg, sour cream, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using).
  5. Combine and Bake: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mix until combined, press dough into pan, and bake for 18–22 minutes until golden.
  6. Make Frosting: Beat softened butter, add powdered sugar, cream/milk, vanilla, salt, and food coloring if desired, beat until fluffy.
  7. Frost and Serve: Spread frosting over cooled bars, top with sprinkles, cut into squares, and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
  • Almond extract adds a bakery-style flavor, but it’s optional.
  • Refrigerate bars to help set the frosting faster if needed.

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