Description
Sugar Cookie Bars are a delightful twist on classic cookies, offering a soft and chewy texture that melts in your mouth. With their sweet buttery flavor and charming simplicity, these bars are perfect for any occasion—be it celebrations or cozy evenings at home. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, they will quickly become a favorite treat for family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time; then mix in the vanilla extract until well incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. If desired, fold in chocolate chips.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown around the edges. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg