Description

Indulge in the festive joy of holiday baking with these delightful Christmas sugar cookie bars. Soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, these bars are the perfect sweet treat for gatherings or a cozy night in. With a buttery base and a customizable frosting topped with vibrant sprinkles, they invite creativity and cheer to your dessert table. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or simply treating yourself, these easy-to-make cookie bars promise to be a hit with family and friends alike!

Ingredients

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1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 large egg
1/4 tsp almond extract
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 & 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp salt
4 tbsp butter (softened)
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 tbsp heavy cream
1 cup powdered sugar
Christmas sprinkles

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Add egg, almond extract, and vanilla extract; mix until fully incorporated.
In another bowl, whisk together baking powder, flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
Pour batter into a greased 9×9-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper; spread evenly.
Bake for approximately 15 minutes until golden around the edges. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
For the frosting, beat softened butter with vanilla extract and powdered sugar until smooth; adjust consistency with cream if necessary.
Spread frosting over cooled bars and top with festive sprinkles before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square (30g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg