Delicious and colorful sugar cookie bars perfect for spring celebrations

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Delicious and colorful sugar cookie bars perfect for spring celebrations
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 13, 2024

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

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until well combined.
  4. Divide dough into separate bowls and add food coloring to each bowl to create desired colors.
  5. Press dough into prepared baking pan, layering each color on top of the other.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are lightly golden brown. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
  7. Decorate with sprinkles before serving.
  8. Enjoy these spring sugar cookie bars with a glass of milk or a cup of tea for a festive treat!

Interesting Facts

  • Sugar cookies have been a popular treat in America since the 1700s.
  • Spring is the perfect time to experiment with bright and cheerful colors in baking.
  • These cookie bars are versatile and can be customized for any occasion with different colors and decorations.