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Cookie Bars – Easy 4th of July Dessert Recipe

r Cookie Bars – Easy 4th of July Dessert Recipe
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These Patriotic Sugar Cookie Bars are a delightful and festive treat, perfect for celebrating the 4th of July or any patriotic occasion. Soft and chewy cookie bars topped with a creamy frosting and colorful sprinkles.

Ingredients

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Cookies:

  • 1 stick (1/2 cup) salted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup patriotic sprinkles (use jimmies to prevent color bleeding)

Frosting:

  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 stick (1/2 cup) salted butter, softened
  • 3 tbsp cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • Extra red, white and blue sprinkles for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9″ baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
  6. Add Sprinkles: Gently fold in the patriotic sprinkles.
  7. Spread Dough: Spread the dough evenly in the prepared pan.
  8. Bake: Bake for 20–22 minutes, or until lightly golden at the edges. Cool completely.
  9. Make Frosting: To make the frosting, beat together powdered sugar, butter, cream cheese, vanilla, and milk until smooth and spreadable.
  10. Decorate: Spread the frosting over the cooled bars and top with more patriotic sprinkles.
  11. Serve: Slice into squares and serve!

Notes

  • You can customize the colors of the sprinkles to suit different occasions.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Patriotic, Sugar Cookie Bars, 4th of July, Dessert, Easy Recipe

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