Indulge in the soft and chewy goodness of these easy sugar cookie bars. This recipe makes the classic sugar cookies even easier to bake. With a buttery flavor and a hint of vanilla, these bars are perfect for any occasion. They require minimal time and effort, making them a great treat for busy days. Enjoy these sugar cookie bars as a snack, dessert, or share them with family and friends. They'll be gone in no time!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Sprinkles or colored sugar, for decoration (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
- If desired, sprinkle the top with colored sugar or sprinkles for decoration.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
- Serve and enjoy!
