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CHRISTMAS SUGAR COOKIE BARS
grace bellamy

Irresistibly Soft Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars You'll Love

Delightful Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars that bring holiday cheer and sweet moments to your gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Salted Butter
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 Large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • ½ cup Festive Sprinkles
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • ½ cup Salted Butter
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2-4 tablespoons Milk
  • ½ cup Additional Sprinkles

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars bake evenly and come out perfectly!
  2. Prepare the Pan: Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup a breeze.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until fluffy and light in color. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract, mixing well until combined and smooth. This adds a delicious, warm flavor to your bars.
  5. Mix Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and baking powder to the wet mixture, stirring until a thick dough forms. Be careful not to overmix!
  6. Fold in Sprinkles: Gently mix in the festive sprinkles, allowing them to fold into the dough without breaking.
  7. Spread and Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown, and a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
  8. Cool Completely: Let the bars cool completely in the pan before frosting to ensure a smooth finish.
  9. Prepare the Frosting: In a new bowl, blend powdered sugar, softened butter, cream cheese, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth. Adjust with more milk if necessary for the perfect consistency.
  10. Frost and Decorate: Once the bars are cool, spread the frosting generously on top and feel free to add additional sprinkles for that festive touch.
  11. Cut and Serve: Slice the bars into squares, and they're ready to be enjoyed! You can serve them right away or let the frosting set for a firmer texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgSugar: 20g

Notes

  • Perfect Butter Temperature: Use softened butter (not melted) for the best texture and flavor in your Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars.
  • Avoid Overmixing: Mix until just combined when adding flour—overmixing can lead to tough bars.
  • Correct Measuring: Use the spoon and level method to measure flour accurately, preventing crumbly dough.
  • Adjust Baking Time: Keep an eye on your bars while baking; ovens vary, and the perfect bake may differ slightly.
  • Frost When Cool: Make sure the bars are completely cool before frosting to prevent melting and sliding.

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