Description

Celebrate any occasion with these scrumptious Patriotic Sugar Cookie Bars. Soft, buttery, and bursting with vanilla and almond flavors, they are adorned with festive red, white, and blue sprinkles. Perfect for summer picnics, family gatherings, or Independence Day celebrations, these cookie bars bring joy to every bite!

Ingredients

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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
2 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp almond extract
½ cup red and blue sprinkles

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and almond extracts.
In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until combined without overmixing.
Fold in sprinkles gently until evenly distributed.
Spread the dough into the prepared baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie bar (40g)
Calories: 160
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: - Chill the dough briefly before spreading to minimize spreading during baking. - For extra color and sweetness, top with frosting or additional sprinkles.