Description
These dense, buttery sugar cookie bars are the ultimate holiday crowd-pleaser. Featuring a soft, cake-like cookie base topped with a thick, decadent layer of vanilla buttercream and festive holiday sprinkles, they offer all the classic sugar cookie flavor without the hassle of rolling and cutting. They are easy to make in a single 9×13 pan, saving you precious time during the busy Christmas season while ensuring a consistent, delicious result that looks beautiful on any holiday dessert table.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1.5 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
0.5 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttercream frosting (prepared)
2 tablespoons festive sprinkles
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal.
Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until fully incorporated.
Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate medium bowl.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a thick dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan using a silicone spatula.
Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
Allow the bars to cool completely before spreading with vanilla buttercream frosting.
Top with festive sprinkles and cut into 16 bars.
Notes
Ensure the cookie bars are completely cool before frosting to prevent the butter in the frosting from melting. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can use any festive seasonal sprinkles to customize these for different holidays.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg