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Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars

These Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars are a delightful and festive dessert that is quick and easy to make, perfect for sharing during the holiday season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, Holiday
Servings 12 bars
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour For a gluten-free option, substitute with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Can be substituted with margarine, but it may affect taste.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Can be substituted with more granulated sugar plus a teaspoon of molasses for flavor.
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Substitute with almond extract for a unique twist.

Frosting Ingredients

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk Adjust for desired frosting consistency.

Decoration

  • to taste Sprinkles Use colorful decorations for a festive touch.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In a bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Spread the dough evenly in the prepared baking pan.

Baking

  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before frosting.

Frosting and Serving

  • Mix the powdered sugar and milk until smooth for the frosting.
  • Spread the frosting over the cooled bars and sprinkle with colorful decorations. Cut into squares and enjoy!

Notes

For an elegant presentation, arrange the bars on a decorative platter and dust lightly with powdered sugar before serving. You can freeze leftovers in a freezer-safe container for later enjoyment.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 100mgSugar: 15g
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