Description

These Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars are a delightful treat featuring a soft, buttery base topped with creamy frosting. Perfect for parties or family gatherings, they combine simple ingredients into a delicious dessert that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature (for frosting)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
1 pinch kosher salt (for frosting)
3 cups powdered sugar
3 Tablespoons milk
1 drop blue food coloring (optional)
sprinkles (optional)

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Instructions

Beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar in an electric mixer on medium-high speed for about 2 minutes, occasionally scraping down the sides.
Add the vanilla extract and eggs to the mixture, beating until well combined.
Mix in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and kosher salt until fully blended.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 15x10x1 inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
Using floured hands, drop the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet and press it evenly into the pan.
Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the edges start to brown, then remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
For the frosting, beat together the softened butter and vanilla in a bowl on high for about 2 minutes until fluffy.
Add the pinch of salt, powdered sugar, and milk, mixing for another 3-5 minutes until fluffy and well combined.
If desired, add a drop of blue food coloring and mix until incorporated.
Spread the frosting over the cooled cookie bars and top with sprinkles if using. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Make sure the butter is softened for easy mixing and fluffy texture.
You can customize your frosting with different colors and sprinkles based on the occasion.
Ensure the bars are completely cooled before icing to avoid melting the frosting.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square
Calories: 202
Sugar: 21g
Sodium: 105mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 36mg