Description

Sugar Cookie Bars are an easy, crowd-pleasing treat with a soft, buttery cookie base and rich cream cheese frosting. Made in one pan—no rolling or cutting needed—these bars are perfect for holidays, potlucks, or a sweet family dessert.

Ingredients

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Cookie Bars:

2 cups granulated sugar

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

3 large eggs

6 tbsp milk

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

5 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp salt

3 tsp baking powder

Frosting:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

6 oz cream cheese, softened

1 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

4 cups powdered sugar

3 tsp milk

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 11×17-inch jelly roll pan.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs, milk, and vanilla, then beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
Slowly combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, mixing until everything is well blended.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and the center is firm to the touch.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before frosting.
To prepare the frosting, blend the butter, cream cheese, vanilla, salt, powdered sugar, and milk until the mixture is creamy and easy to spread.
Spread frosting evenly over cooled bars, then slice into squares and serve.

Notes

For best results, use room-temperature butter and cream cheese.

Add sprinkles for festive flair.

Chill before slicing for cleaner cuts.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 280
Sugar: 28g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 3g