These frosted sugar cookie bars are a delightful treat perfect for holiday gatherings and Christmas desserts. Soft, chewy, and topped with a creamy frosting, they are easy to make and even easier to share.
The recipe is simple and requires basic baking techniques, making it a great choice for bakers of all skill levels. You can customize the frosting with different colors and sprinkles to match any festive occasion.
Easy Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars
These sugar cookie bars are baked in a single pan, making them a convenient option for parties. The bars are soft and buttery, topped with a sweet frosting that can be decorated to suit the season. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields approximately 16 bars.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- Food coloring and sprinkles for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract, and mix until combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Bake: Spread the cookie dough evenly in the prepared baking pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Prepare Frosting: In a bowl, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add food coloring if desired.
- Frost the Bars: Once the bars are completely cool, spread the frosting evenly over the top. Decorate with sprinkles if desired.
- Slice and Serve: Cut into squares and enjoy your frosted sugar cookie bars!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 16 bars
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
