Description
Soft, chewy sugar cookie bars topped with fluffy frosting, perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 whole egg
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp. almond extract
- 3 Tbsp. cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup butter, softened (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 Tbsp. milk
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract (for frosting)
- pink food coloring gel (optional)
- sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350°F. Line a 9 x 9-inch baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large bowl with a mixer, beat together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, and cream cheese until combined.
- Slowly add flour and baking powder until a thick cookie dough batter forms, being careful not to overmix.
- Spread the cookie dough into the prepared baking pan evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until set and the top is light golden brown. Let cool for a few minutes.
- For the frosting, beat together butter, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and pink food coloring gel until desired consistency. Adjust with milk or powdered sugar as needed.
- Once cooled, spread the frosting generously on top of the cookie bars, sprinkle with decorations, and cut into 16 square bars. Enjoy!
Notes
For a richer flavor, try substituting half of the vanilla for lemon zest. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2-3 days at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American