What’s in this Sugar Cookie Bars Recipe?
Sweet, chewy sugar cookies are baked into bar form and frosted with the yummiest vanilla frosting you’ve ever tasted!
Unsalted Butter: Adds moisture, richness, and flavor to the bars and forms the base of the frosting. Sugar: A combination of granulated and brown sugar gives the bars a rich sweetness, while powdered sugar sweetens the frosting without making it gritty. Vanilla Extract: Enhances the sweetness of the bars and the frosting. Almond Extract: Adds a slightly nutty flavor to the bars. Eggs: Add richness and structure to the bars. Baking Soda: Helps the bars rise in the oven. Kosher Salt: Enhances the natural flavor of the cookie bars. Milk: Helps thin the frosting to a spreadable consistency.
Pro Tip: Top your sugar cookie bars with colorful sprinkles for different holidays and parties!
Variations on Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars
These cookie bars are so easy to make festive for any event! You can simply use colorful sprinkles, or mix food coloring into the frosting to make it any color you like. Try adding some ground cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough for a warm, spicy flavor, or fold in some chopped nuts!
How to Store
Store frosted sugar cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Enjoy at room temperature.
How to Freeze
Freeze sugar cookie bars in a single layer on a lined baking sheet until solid, about 1-2 hours. Transfer to an airtight container or Ziplock bag with wax or parchment paper between the bars to protect the frosting for up to 1 month. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before enjoying.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these sweet cookie bars topped with the included frosting recipe, or try chocolate buttercream frosting for a different take. Enjoy them with scoops of red velvet ice cream and a French vanilla iced coffee!
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