Sugar Cookie Bars
Indulge in the nostalgic delight of sugar cookie bars, where soft, buttery goodness meets a sweet icing that perfectly complements every bite. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to cozy nights at home. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and endless customization options, you’ll find yourself daydreaming of warm kitchens filled with laughter and sweet aromas. Discover the joy of baking these delicious sugar cookie bars and create lasting memories with every slice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
- 3 tbsp milk (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges; check with a toothpick for doneness.
- Allow to cool completely in the pan before icing.
- For icing, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth; drizzle over cooled bars.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg