Description
These festive Sugar Cookie Bars with Buttercream & Sprinkles are a fun and easy alternative to traditional sugar cookies, offering all the buttery, sweet flavor without the hassle of rolling and cutting. They are perfect for parties, holidays, or any time you want a cheerful and delicious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- For the Buttercream Frosting:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/4 cup milk (or heavy cream)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Assorted sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cookie bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
- To make the buttercream frosting: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, alternating with the milk, beating until smooth and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Once the cookie bars are completely cool, spread the buttercream frosting evenly over the top.
- Generously sprinkle with your favorite sprinkles.
- Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- For extra chewy bars, slightly underbake them.
- You can customize the frosting flavor with different extracts like almond or lemon.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- These bars are great for making ahead for parties.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 350-400 (estimated)
- Sugar: 40-50g (estimated)
- Sodium: 100-150mg (estimated)
- Fat: 15-20g (estimated)
- Saturated Fat: 9-12g (estimated)
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: Not specified
- Carbohydrates: 50-60g (estimated)
- Fiber: 1-2g (estimated)
- Protein: 3-5g (estimated)
- Cholesterol: 50-70mg (estimated)
