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Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars

Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x
  • Diet: Standard; variations available for gluten-free and vegan

Description

Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars are soft, buttery bars topped with smooth, creamy frosting, combining the nostalgic flavors of sugar cookies with the ease of bar preparation. Perfectly chewy and tender with a rich buttery base and a sweet frosting finish, these bars make an ideal dessert for parties, snacks, or casual home indulgence.

Ingredients

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Cookie Base

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Frosting

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and allow the butter to soften at room temperature to ensure it creams smoothly with the sugar.
  2. Mix the Dough: Cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract one at a time. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  3. Bake the Bars: Press the dough evenly into a greased or parchment-lined baking pan about ½ to ¾ inch thick. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18 to 22 minutes, until the edges are slightly golden but the center remains soft.
  4. Prepare the Frosting: While the bars cool, whip together powdered sugar, softened butter, milk or cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and spreadable. Adjust thickness by adding more sugar or milk if needed.
  5. Frost and Chill: Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars. For best results, chill the bars for at least 30 minutes to let the frosting firm up before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter and eggs for better mixing and texture.
  • Do not overmix the flour to prevent tough bars.
  • Press dough evenly in the pan for consistent baking and neat slices.
  • Allow bars to cool completely before frosting to avoid melting.
  • Use high-quality vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar (approximate)
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 0.5g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars, sugar cookie bars, soft sugar cookie, buttery bars, frosted bars, easy baking dessert, classic sugar cookie bars

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