Irresistible Patriotic Sugar Cookie Bars
Delicious and festive cookie bars with vibrant sprinkles, perfect for celebrations like the Fourth of July and birthdays.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 piece egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
Frosting Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk Adjust for desired consistency
Decoration
- 1 cup red, white, and blue sprinkles For decoration
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather and measure all your ingredients. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a larger bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Beat until well combined.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are light golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely in the pan before frosting.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to achieve desired frosting consistency.
- Spread the frosting over the cooled cookie bars and top with sprinkles.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage, up to three months.