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Festive Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars


  • Author: sara
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft, chewy sugar cookie bars adorned with colorful sprinkles, perfect for holiday gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 cup colorful sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  3. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time and then the extracts.
  5. Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together, then add to the wet ingredients.
  6. Fold in the sprinkles, reserving some for the top.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool on a wire rack before slicing into squares.

Notes

These cookie bars are customizable—feel free to substitute different mix-ins like chocolate chips or crushed candy canes.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: sugar cookie bars, festive cookies, holiday treats, easy cookie recipe, Christmas baking