These bars are not only deliciously soft and chewy but also visually appealing with their vibrant frosting and colorful sprinkles. This easy sugar cookie recipe transforms traditional cookies into delightful dessert bars that are perfect for sharing at parties, gifting, or simply enjoying at home.
Ingredients
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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, sifted
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs, at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Colorful sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Spread the cookie batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Once baked, remove from the oven and let the bars cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese and softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until combined, then add the milk and vanilla.
Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cookie bars and top with colorful sprinkles.
Cut the frosted cookie bars into squares and serve.
