Indulge in Festive Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars This Holiday!
These Festive Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars are a heartfelt seasonal treat, perfect for gatherings and create lasting memories.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking pan
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Cookie Bars
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour ensures a soft, chewy texture
- 1 teaspoon baking powder helps the bars rise
- 0.5 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened adds richness
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar sweetens the dough
- 1 large egg binds ingredients together
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract infuses warm notes
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract adds a delightful twist
For the Topping
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar for sprinkling
- red and green sprinkles for decoration
- 1 cup frosting optional for elevation
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with butter.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the egg, vanilla, and almond extracts into the butter-sugar mixture.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet until just combined.
- Spread the cookie dough evenly in the prepared baking pan.
- Sprinkle the top with granulated sugar for a sweet crust.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Spread frosting over cooled bars and top with sprinkles.
- Cut into squares and serve at gatherings.
Notes
For a firmer dough, consider chilling it for 30 minutes before spreading in the pan. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
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