Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Frosted Soft Sugar Cookie Bars, a fun twist on traditional sugar cookies. These thick, chewy bars are topped with luscious cherry buttercream frosting, making them perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any gathering. Their vibrant colors and soft texture will impress both kids and adults alike. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these cookie bars can be customized with different flavors to suit your taste. Whether served at a party or as an everyday treat, they are sure to bring smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (1 1/2 sticks, softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks, softened)
- 3 – 4 cups confectioner’s sugar (sifted)
- Pinch of salt
- 2 teaspoons cherry extract or maraschino cherry juice (2–3 tablespoons)
- 2–3 tablespoons almond milk or cream
- 1–2 drops pink food gel
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13 inch baking pan by greasing it or lining with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Spread the dough evenly in the prepared pan and bake for about 12 minutes or until lightly golden on the edges. Cool completely on a rack before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat softened unsalted butter with sifted confectioner’s sugar. Mix in salt and cherry extract or maraschino cherry juice until smooth. Add almond milk to achieve desired consistency.
- Frost cooled cookie bars and top with colorful sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg