Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars
Indulge in the festive joy of Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars, a delightful treat perfect for any holiday gathering. These soft, chewy bars are topped with a creamy frosting and colorful sprinkles, capturing the essence of traditional sugar cookies without the hassle of rolling and cutting dough. With a simple preparation process and minimal ingredients, these cookie bars come together quickly, making them an ideal dessert for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Enjoy them year-round whenever you crave something sweet!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- Holiday sprinkles
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, cream cheese, and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Spread the dough evenly into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake for about 22 minutes or until lightly golden.
- While cooling, prepare frosting by beating together softened butter and cream cheese with salt and vanilla extract; gradually add powdered sugar until smooth.
- Once cooled, frost the bars and top with holiday sprinkles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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