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Sugar Cookie Bars

Delicious Sugar Cookie Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

Indulge in these delightful Sugar Cookie Bars topped with creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 30 bars
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 304

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 4.75 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Frosting
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • 4-5 cups powdered sugar more or less depending on desired thickness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • 13x18 inch Half Sheet Pan

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly grease a 13?18'' half sheet pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Add butter and sugar to mixing bowl and mix until light and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Add vanilla and almond extract, and mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Add dry ingredients to the batter and mix until combined.
  4. Spread and press the mixture into the prepared pan.
  5. Bake at 375 degrees F for 12-16 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are starting to be golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
  6. For the cream cheese frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract and mix. Gradually add powdered sugar until smooth, adjusting the amount for desired frosting consistency.
  7. Once the bars have cooled completely, frost and cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 304kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSodium: 149mgFiber: 1gSugar: 29g

Notes

Feel free to customize your bars with sprinkles or different flavor extracts for a unique twist.

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