Delicious Festive Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars for Joyous Holidays

These Festive Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars are a delightful holiday treat with a quick prep time, perfect for gatherings.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Baking, Cookie Bars, Easy Dessert, family baking, Festive Christmas Sugar Cookie Bars, holiday treats

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 25

Cooling Time: 15

Total Time: 55

Servings: bars

Calories: 150kcal

2.5 cups all-purpose flour A key ingredient that gives the cookie bars their lovely structure.
1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the bars rise beautifully for a soft texture.
0.5 teaspoon salt Just a pinch to enhance the sweetness.
1 cup unsalted butter Softened for easy mixing.
1.5 cups granulated sugar Sweetens the mix while keeping the texture light and fluffy.
1 large egg Binds the ingredients while contributing to the bars' moistness.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warm, classic flavor.
0.5 teaspoon almond extract Elevates the cookie bars with a sweet, nutty hint.

0.25 cup granulated sugar A sparkly sweet layer that adds a touch of crunch.
red and green sprinkles Festive colors that make these cookie bars a visual delight.
frosting Optional, use store-bought or homemade for extra sweetness.

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the creamed mixture and mix until smooth.
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Pour the cookie dough into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Sprinkle the top of the dough with granulated sugar.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden edges form and a toothpick comes out clean.
Let the cookie bars cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes on a wire rack.
Frost and decorate with sprinkles if desired, then cut into squares and serve.

Ensure butter is softened and avoid overmixing for best texture. Cool completely before cutting for cleaner slices.