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St. Patrick’s Day Sugar Cookie Bars

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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these festive and delicious sugar cookie bars! Soft, chewy, and topped with a creamy frosting, these cookie bars are easy to make and perfect for parties, school events, or a fun holiday treat at home. Decorated with green frosting and festive sprinkles, they bring a touch of Irish luck to every bite!

Ingredients

For the Cookie Bars:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp almond extract (optional)
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Green food coloring (optional)
  • Sprinkles for decoration

For the Frosting:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • Green food coloring
  • Sprinkles for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven – Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Make the Dough – In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using), and mix until combined.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients – In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  • Add Color – If using food coloring, mix it into the dough until evenly distributed.
  • Bake – Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely.
  • Prepare the Frosting – Beat the butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar. Mix in vanilla extract, milk, and food coloring until smooth.
  • Frost and Decorate – Spread frosting over the cooled bars and top with sprinkles.
  • Slice and Serve – Cut into squares or bars and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra softness, remove from the oven when the edges turn golden.
  • Use gel food coloring for a vibrant green without adding extra liquid.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days, in the fridge for a week, or freeze (unfrosted) for up to 2 months.

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