Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars
Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars are the perfect festive treat for your holiday gatherings. These easy-to-make bars capture the classic flavors of sugar cookies in a soft, chewy, and gooey dessert that requires no rolling or cutting. Topped with colorful sprinkles, they not only taste delightful but also add a cheerful touch to any dessert table. Whether you’re sharing with friends or treating yourself, these bars will surely become a holiday favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup festive sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; gently fold in sprinkles.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until lightly golden on top and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg