These spring sugar cookie bars are a delightful twist on traditional sugar cookies, with a soft and chewy texture and a burst of pastel colors. Perfect for Easter, Mother's Day, or any springtime celebration, these bars are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Assorted food coloring
- Sprinkles for decoration
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until well combined.
- Divide dough into separate bowls and add food coloring to each bowl to create desired colors.
- Press dough into prepared baking pan, layering each color on top of the other.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are lightly golden brown. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Decorate with sprinkles before serving.
- Enjoy these spring sugar cookie bars with a glass of milk or a cup of tea for a festive treat!
