Soft Sugar Cookie Bars

Delightful and easy-to-make sugar cookie bars that bring joy to any occasion, with a soft texture and sweet flavor.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour The backbone of any great cookie bar, providing structure and softness.
1 teaspoon baking powder For that perfect rise which gives these bars their light texture.
½ teaspoon baking soda Helps create a soft, chewy consistency.
½ teaspoon salt Enhances all the sweet flavors and balances the sugar.

Wet Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds richness; always make sure it’s at room temperature for easy mixing.
1 ½ cups granulated sugar Sweetens the bars beautifully.
1 large egg Acts as a binder and adds moisture.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract The secret ingredient that elevates the flavor profile.

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with a touch of butter or non-stick spray.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until it’s light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
Spread the dough evenly into the baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Baking

Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.

Notes

These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them individually wrapped in plastic wrap for up to three months. When ready to enjoy, thaw at room temperature or microwave briefly.