Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars
Delicious and easy-to-make Frosted Sugar Cookie Bars with a soft, chewy texture and customizable frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the cookie bars
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the frosting
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting
- Food coloring (optional) For colored frosting
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Gather all your ingredients.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Cream Sugar and Butter
- In another mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Combine Ingredients
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Spread the cookie dough evenly in a greased or parchment-lined baking pan.
Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool and Frost
- Allow the baked bars to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Mix together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for the frosting until smooth.
- Spread the frosting over cooled bars and let it set before cutting.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze cut bars in a single layer in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.