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Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars

These Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars are a sweet delight! Soft, chewy, and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, they're perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 4 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
  • 1 cup unsalted butter for frosting, at room temperature
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract for frosting
  • to taste Rainbow sprinkles for decorating

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Directions:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  7. Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  8. Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  9. In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese together until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy.
  10. Once the bars are completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Top with rainbow sprinkles.

Notes

  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Wrap bars tightly in plastic wrap and foil for freezing; they last up to 3 months.
  • Enjoy them cold or warm them in the microwave for a few seconds.