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Sugar Cookie Bars

Sugar Cookie Bars
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Indulge in these delightful Sugar Cookie Bars, a perfect blend of soft, chewy texture and creamy frosting that will leave your taste buds craving more. These easy-to-make bars eliminate the hassle of chilling or rolling dough, making them ideal for potlucks, parties, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth at home. With their rich cream cheese frosting and versatile nature, you can add sprinkles or chocolate chips to customize them for any occasion. Bake a batch today and enjoy the mouthwatering flavors that make these sugar cookie bars a favorite for all!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 4¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 4–5 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 13×18-inch half sheet pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and almond extracts.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 12–16 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
  6. For the frosting, beat together softened butter and cream cheese until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Once cooled, frost your bars generously with cream cheese frosting.

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