Description
Soft, buttery, and perfectly festive, these Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars bring all the cheer of traditional cookies with none of the hassle. Topped with creamy vanilla frosting and colorful sprinkles, they’re a holiday favorite for parties, gifting, or just indulging at home.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
1/3 cup holiday sprinkles
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan using a spatula or clean hands.
6. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until edges are golden and center is set. Allow to cool completely.
7. Prepare frosting by beating the butter until smooth, then gradually adding powdered sugar. Mix in vanilla and milk until creamy.
8. Spread frosting evenly over cooled bars and decorate with sprinkles.
9. Chill for 10–15 minutes, slice, and serve.
Notes
For even baking, make sure to press the dough into a flat, uniform layer.
Allow the bars to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
Use gel food coloring in the frosting if you want to match specific holiday themes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Christmas sugar cookie bars, holiday desserts, sugar cookie squares